I forgot to mention: If you are looking for photos of cool birds to paint, use Pinterest and lookup 'Barbet birds' or 'Broadbill birds'. These are absolutely the coolest types of birds I've ever seen 😱
You are so welcome! Recently I was studying videography and it's a very useful technique to show clips that sort of show the overall environment before getting into the smaller details. This makes the scope of the information in the video easier to 'prepare for' before I get into it and I think it's a technique I will try to use as much as possible 🙏 It's really suited for tutorials.
I love this raised shadow box effect and the colourful collage is so much fun. I love watching your videos even if I don’t try them but will definitely try this one.
You re so welcome 🥰 Slowly green bird is becoming my favorite. I notice a lot how my feeling about my own artwork changes over time. Usually if I don't like something, I will save judgment for another day and push myself to finish it regardless ☺
hi!! For the birds in this video, I was using the Canon Pixma inkjet printer and Fujifilm Krystal satin photo paper. The pixma is fine for printing on photo paper as long as you use the photo printed setting. If you see lines in your prints, it's because it's printing in the wrong mode. For large prints on regular paper, I prefer to use the Canon Imageclass Color Laser printer. It's not super sharp but I don't mind and it has amazing colors and deep blacks. I really love that I can use it with any paper, even cheap cardstock.
Another great tutorial, Calvin! I am learning so much from you. Thank you. I’m curious what resolution and DPI did you use (to be able to print each bird at that quality and size)?
I know it’s only March but I think this project will be a great Christmas gift for my father in law! With the cut out and the shadow box, it looks like so much fun!
That's a great idea! He will love it! After doing this bird shadowbox and also the butterfly one, I would say that it will always turn out good even if some birds aren't your favorite, but also I like the scientific vibe from this arrangement (like specimens) and when I do it again I'll try to organize the birds more scientifically / maybe by color, and would also add some labels using one of those embossing label makers. When I look at the birds now I can't remember what their names are 😅
I forgot to mention: If you are looking for photos of cool birds to paint, use Pinterest and lookup 'Barbet birds' or 'Broadbill birds'. These are absolutely the coolest types of birds I've ever seen 😱
It is always so wonderful to hear your gentle talk, unraveling a pretty complex art work - thanks !!
thank you so much! It really means a lot to me ❤
I really appreciate your new approach of offering an overview of the entire process upfront. Great work Calvin!
You are so welcome! Recently I was studying videography and it's a very useful technique to show clips that sort of show the overall environment before getting into the smaller details. This makes the scope of the information in the video easier to 'prepare for' before I get into it and I think it's a technique I will try to use as much as possible 🙏 It's really suited for tutorials.
FANTASTIC video, Calvin. I love the way you cut out and arranged your birds in the shadow box as well. That’s super cool.
Thank you for sharing your talents. Your birds look so beautiful.
Looks fantastic, another great project to try and paint in watercolour. Thanks for sharing Calvin 👏
I love this raised shadow box effect and the colourful collage is so much fun. I love watching your videos even if I don’t try them but will definitely try this one.
I could watch your videos all day. Also, your voice and tone is very calming, sometimes I just listen to your videos while working on my laptop!
Here to support the little green bird 😄😄 Thank you for another great tutorial ❤️❤️
You re so welcome 🥰 Slowly green bird is becoming my favorite. I notice a lot how my feeling about my own artwork changes over time. Usually if I don't like something, I will save judgment for another day and push myself to finish it regardless ☺
So clear and inspiring. Thank you!!
Keep up the good work.
I love your painting!can you draw the seal?
Thank you 😊
Thank you! Great video. ❤
Love your creativity! Do you still use the same laser printer?
What brush do you use for sketch in here Calvin?
Can you tell us what printer do you have please
@calvinatdrifterstudio8438 Which printer are you using? 🙃I remember you wrote somewhere but I can’t find it. Thank you ❤
hi!! For the birds in this video, I was using the Canon Pixma inkjet printer and Fujifilm Krystal satin photo paper. The pixma is fine for printing on photo paper as long as you use the photo printed setting. If you see lines in your prints, it's because it's printing in the wrong mode.
For large prints on regular paper, I prefer to use the Canon Imageclass Color Laser printer. It's not super sharp but I don't mind and it has amazing colors and deep blacks. I really love that I can use it with any paper, even cheap cardstock.
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Another great tutorial, Calvin! I am learning so much from you. Thank you. I’m curious what resolution and DPI did you use (to be able to print each bird at that quality and size)?
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I know it’s only March but I think this project will be a great Christmas gift for my father in law! With the cut out and the shadow box, it looks like so much fun!
That's a great idea! He will love it! After doing this bird shadowbox and also the butterfly one, I would say that it will always turn out good even if some birds aren't your favorite, but also I like the scientific vibe from this arrangement (like specimens) and when I do it again I'll try to organize the birds more scientifically / maybe by color, and would also add some labels using one of those embossing label makers. When I look at the birds now I can't remember what their names are 😅
Yay! 🎉 it’s funny cause I was thinking when you’re going to post
Finally, I ordered your watercolor brush kit! Super excited❤