b Class Description

With its expressive face, quirky beak, and long-lashed eyes, the ostrich makes for a delightful and dynamic subject. In this pen and ink class, you’ll create a striking portrait of the world’s largest bird—focusing on combining solid structure with delicate textures to bring personality and realism to your drawing.

Your Learning Journey Includes:

🪶 Indicating Solid Surfaces: Learn how to use line direction and shading to render firm forms like the beak and facial structure.
👁️ Drawing Glassy Eyes: Master the technique of creating lifelike, reflective eyes that sparkle with character and depth.
🌾 Suggesting Soft Hair: Discover how to represent soft, fluffy feathers and fine textures without overworking your lines.

Tools for Success:

🎥 Step-by-Step Video Instruction: Follow every stroke and technique with clear, narrated guidance to help you build your drawing confidently.
📄 On-Demand Access: Learn at your own pace, pausing and revisiting any section as often as needed.
📥 Downloadable Reference Materials: Includes high-quality ostrich photo references and drawing tips for future practice.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, this class will help you strengthen your pen and ink technique while exploring the playful and curious character of the ostrich.

Join now and bring this quirky, wide-eyed ostrich to life with just pen and ink!

You Will Need

  • Drawing paper or sketch pad
  • Pencil
  • Soft eraser
  • Kneaded eraser
  • Fountain / Dip pen
  • India Ink & Container for dipping
  • Fineliners (0.3, 0.5 & 0.8mm)