Learn How to Draw & Paint HUMMINGBIRD AND HIGHLAND COW with Acrylics-Paint & Sip at Home- Art Lesson

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
  • PAINTING VIDEO DESCRIPTION - Are you a beginner painter? Want to learn how to paint with acrylics? Looking for an easy painting idea? Let me be your acrylic art instructor as I teach you easy step-by-step instructions throughout this fun beginner art video as you learn how to paint a highland cow looking at a hummingbird, a whimsical painting “Hummingbird and Highland Cow”. I travelled to Scotland back in 2018, and, although I went to Edinburgh, strolled through Stirling Castle, looked for the Loch Ness Monster on Loch Ness Lake, drank whiskey, ate haggis, took pictures of guys in kilts, listened to bagpipers play on the streets of Glasgow, and drove through the highlands, I never actually saw a highland cow. Just blind luck, I guess. I wish I had because these cows are co cute with their gorgeous heads of curly hair that covers most of their face. Now, hummingbirds, on the other hand, I don’t need to travel to Scotland to try and see, I can just look out into my backyard at my hummingbird feeders. I’m fortunate enough to see one once or twice a week if I’m lucky. They are so tiny, so pretty and so quick, you must have a good eye to catch a glimpse for sure. So, I thought it would be a funny painting to show a Highland cow, with only one visible eye, spotting a Hummingbird fly by. If you like nature, animals, cuteness, humor, cows and birds, then join me and paint a super fun and easy painting. The first lesson you’ll learn in this beginner level painting tutorial is how to paint a background with atmospheric dimension using natural landscape colors to create an outdoor vibe, perfect for setting the tone in this animal portrait image. After learning how to draw a small bird and cute cow with big horns using a dot-to-dot drawing method, you’ll apply a simple base coat to work off of. Then you'll learn how to paint horns and facial features for your livestock, including, an eye, nose and mouth, using simple techniques. Then you’ll paint hair and fur by using a one brushstroke technique and layers of colors for added depth, texture and movement with an impressionistic style that has a 3-d photo realistic appearance. Then you’ll finish your bird with an eye, beak, feathers and wings by using a one brushstroke technique for blending and color gradients to give form, texture, and dimension for a lifelike effect so real you’ll feel as if the bird is going to fly right off the canvas. With these simple painting methods, you can paint any type of cow you want, whether it’s an Angus, Hereford, Gelbvieh, Limousin, Simmental. And you could paint any type of bird you want, whether it’s a Cardinal, Finch, American Bald Eagle, Mourning Dove, Woodpecker, Chickadee, Owl, or Sparrow. The point is to just have fun with it and make this endearing image meaningful to you! With an enchanting and alluring energy, this image is created in a narrative painting style. Using only 3 brushes and 6 colors, you’ll paint like a professional! Have a date night at home, paint party, paint and sip event, or virtual paint night. Paint with gouache, oil paint, or watercolor, any medium will work! Paint just for fun or for art therapy. It's an easy art project. I hope you enjoy watching this UA-cam art video and let's get painting and let's get sipping!
    IMAGE LINK FOR PRINTING:
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    MATERIALS:
    Canvas: 16x20 stretched primed canvas
    Brushes: 3/4 inch flat bristle, #5 round synthetic, #1 round synthetic
    Acrylic Paint: titanium white, mars black, burnt umber (brown), chrome yellow, cobalt blue and burnt sienna (rust)
    Other: Chalk, cup of water for washing brushes, paper towel for drying brushes
    PURCHASE FULL DIY KIT FOR THIS PAINTING or MICHELLE’S ORIGINAL PAINTING HERE:
    berkshirepaint...
    STEPS:
    1. 3/4 inch bristle brush - Paint base coat for canvas with black, yellow, white and brown
    2. 3/4 inch bristle brush - Finish background with black, dark green (made in step 1) and white
    3. Chalk - Draw outline for cow and bird
    4. #5 round brush - Paint base coat for horns, nose and bird with white, rust, black and brown
    5. 3/4 inch bristle brush - Paint base coat for fur with black, brown and rust
    6. #5 round brush - Finish horns with black, brown and white
    7. #5 round brush - Finish cow facial features with black, rust, white, brown, skin tone (made in step 4) and gray (made in step 4)
    8. #1 round brush - Finish bird with skin tone, black, white, yellow and blue
    9. 3/4 inch bristle brush - Finish fur with skin tone, brown, rust, yellow, white and black
    10. #1 round brush - Sign with black
    LINKS AND CONTACT INFO:
    Michelle's Patreon Page: / michellethepainter
    Website: berkshirepaint...
    Facebook: / berkshirepaintandsip
    Email: contact@michellethepainter.com
    #painting #art #acrylic

КОМЕНТАРІ • 169

  • @tyragryder2695
    @tyragryder2695 Рік тому +3

    I love all your paintings, but when you paint animals, it makes my heart sing!! Thank you for sharing with us!!❤

  • @carolynfuller6237
    @carolynfuller6237 Рік тому +3

    I enjoy watching how much fun you have when you paint. It is obvious that you love what you do and that you share that joy with us.

  • @loricleary4473
    @loricleary4473 Рік тому +9

    This is sooo cute..... I love watching and learning from you! You're a wonderful artist and teacher..... Thank you for sharing your gift💕

  • @ChristineTapper-uk2xt
    @ChristineTapper-uk2xt 3 місяці тому +1

    I love to paint with you!!! Thanks for your channel 🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️

  • @jeanlane2265
    @jeanlane2265 Рік тому +1

    I love this beautiful painting of a bird and cow,. You make them come alive. Thanks for sharing.

  • @sarahmcsweeney4018
    @sarahmcsweeney4018 8 місяців тому +2

    I painted this with you and I can't believe how cute it turned out!!

  • @user-wp5ro4mi7z
    @user-wp5ro4mi7z 9 місяців тому +2

    Your enjoyment is contagious! Thank you - you make it possible to be successful!

  • @becky6997
    @becky6997 Рік тому +2

    Oh my gosh 😍 I absolutely love Scottish Highland cows 😍

  • @EraLuna13
    @EraLuna13 Рік тому +3

    How magical it must have been to tour Scotland! I always love how much personality you bring out in the animals you paint, Michelle. Just beautiful. 😍

  • @maryparsons5543
    @maryparsons5543 9 місяців тому +2

    So adorable, I love to watch you paint. I love to paint as well. WELL DONE!!!

  • @sheilastockton9886
    @sheilastockton9886 Рік тому +2

    I would have loved to tour Scotland. That is a dream I have that I unfortanetly will probably never be able to fulfill. I love this amazing painting. As always I can't wait to give it ago. :)

  • @laceyj1204
    @laceyj1204 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. I watch your videos just like I used to watch Bob Ross. There is something so soothing about watching you paint. It's a peaceful moment in this crazy world. You rock Michelle the Painter!

  • @joanhamilton2651
    @joanhamilton2651 Рік тому +2

    I love a lot of your art but this is my favorite. With each brush stroke this cutie kept coming to life. LOVE IT!

  • @margreetfaasse8196
    @margreetfaasse8196 Рік тому +2

    Love it! All animals big and small!

  • @dawnemmaboyd3513
    @dawnemmaboyd3513 5 місяців тому +1

    You are truly a gifted Painter and Teacher. I am so glad I stumbled onto your tutorials. I am going to attempt this painting this week.

  • @barbarabell2658
    @barbarabell2658 Рік тому +2

    Yay!!!!! I've been waiting for a highland cow. I love it!!!!

  • @user-tw3ht5nx2i
    @user-tw3ht5nx2i Рік тому +1

    I love watching and learning from your tutorials Michelle the Painter🎨🎨🎨

  • @robinwalters6699
    @robinwalters6699 Рік тому +2

    I so enjoyed painting this one. I love doing fur, hair etc. Not good at it, but so much fun!! I have donated some of mine to my church for silent auctions and I am told there are always bidding wars! I love being able to donate my paintings for a good cause. You rock and are so appreciated!!🥰

  • @johnn.crappell9763
    @johnn.crappell9763 Рік тому +1

    Michelle!
    This is an AMAZING painting!
    God Bless you Hun!

  • @edeez1975
    @edeez1975 Рік тому +1

    Inhave started this tutorial today im in love with it

  • @myrtisfunderburg8355
    @myrtisfunderburg8355 Рік тому +1

    Love this. Never seen one of these cows up close, but have seen in pasture. Keep up your amazing work and God bless you.

  • @SpringRain23
    @SpringRain23 Рік тому +2

    I love so many of your paintings.

  • @angeladoraisani7304
    @angeladoraisani7304 Рік тому +1

    Congratulations to all
    Lovely art.

  • @Teresa-K
    @Teresa-K Рік тому +2

    Looks beautiful! I like learning how to mix colors as we did here. Your techniques are super. Love painting with you.

  • @judithlund4346
    @judithlund4346 Рік тому +1

    I watched the time lapse version of you painting this and just had to watch you paint it in real time. Love this. ……. Thankyou Michelle for showing us how. 🤩😍

  • @user-uu3sd4tz1d
    @user-uu3sd4tz1d Рік тому +2

    This was my first painting I've done with you and I absolutely love it!! It's my favorite. Can't wait to see what's next. Thank you so much for your videos❤

  • @sandiawisdom
    @sandiawisdom Рік тому +1

    Love your style, I will check out more of your art!

  • @valeriemalliris4918
    @valeriemalliris4918 Рік тому +1

    I just keep saying it. You are so dang talented and I loved all your happy giggles on this one!

  • @fortierdawn
    @fortierdawn Рік тому +2

    That is absolutely adorable! Thank you for sharing your talents.

  • @jacquelinewebb3169
    @jacquelinewebb3169 11 місяців тому +1

    In Tamworth Uk. Love this. I am going to try and do this picture. Not an artist by far! . Thank you xxxx

  • @kathyhall1779
    @kathyhall1779 Рік тому +1

    Just adorable! Thank you for your generosity of knowledge.💞

  • @wendybozarth6087
    @wendybozarth6087 Рік тому +1

    This was so fun to paint and my most favorite so far!!

  • @lilsweetfamily
    @lilsweetfamily Рік тому +1

    This is so beautiful…I just love your talent…thank you for sharing your videos for those of us who admire your work

  • @donnapage6215
    @donnapage6215 Рік тому +1

    I lov to watch you paint.make me feel like i could do it .
    Thanks for sharing your talent.
    From North Carolina Hugs to you.

  • @daniellerood2642
    @daniellerood2642 Рік тому +1

    Awesome! It turned out beautiful! Thank you.

  • @user-ic2dm8id9k
    @user-ic2dm8id9k 3 місяці тому +1

    I'm going to follow this tutorial for my nana!! Those are her two favorite animals!!! 😊❤️ you are awesome!

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks so much 😊

    • @user-ic2dm8id9k
      @user-ic2dm8id9k 3 місяці тому +1

      @@michellethepainter. I am no artist but you walked me through something to be proud of!!

  • @AbiNomac
    @AbiNomac 9 місяців тому +1

    This is adorable. You did a great work Michelle as expected.

  • @danisims6002
    @danisims6002 7 місяців тому +1

    Highland cows are here in PA. I pass them everyday in my travels to and from my work. I think they are the cutest, especially the babies. When i saw this, i was so wxcited. This painting is adorable and cant wait to try this one which is next on my list. I've recreated several of your paintings and learn something new each time. Thanks for what you do.

  • @smalltownusa3124
    @smalltownusa3124 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for such GREAT instruction. I've just begun to paint. Followed your video last night and I was quite pleased with the results. I was so surprised! You're a great teacher. Can't wait to do the next one!

  • @sharonfelthager7434
    @sharonfelthager7434 Рік тому +1

    i loved this, it was fun to paint ! ! you are amazing, thank you

  • @pamelam.2460
    @pamelam.2460 Рік тому +1

    I really enjoy your videos, Michelle!! I am especially fond of the animal paintings :)

  • @carlamortimore9166
    @carlamortimore9166 Рік тому +2

    Super cute

  • @jessicagraham9253
    @jessicagraham9253 Рік тому +1

    I just finished this one, and I have to say it'd my favorite painting. Thank you very much for the video.

  • @ej12349
    @ej12349 Рік тому +1

    My Great niece is into Highland cows. I am going to paint this one for her birthday.

  • @anni50ful
    @anni50ful Рік тому +1

    I'm painting Highland cows at the moment only in watercolour,I would maybe put a butterfly in place of the bird as we don't have humming birds here in the UK, this is a wonderful painting thank you,I love to watch other artists at work even though I've been painting for many years I feel your never to old to learn something new .☺

  • @darcy379
    @darcy379 8 місяців тому +2

    I love this! If I wanted to do a rainbow version of this cutie what colours would you suggest rather than the more realistic tones?

  • @cindiblazer8621
    @cindiblazer8621 Рік тому +1

    Thank you , I enjoyed painting this one.

  • @cindigreer455
    @cindigreer455 Рік тому +1

    I will have to try this one. Thank you

  • @kimmaxey3351
    @kimmaxey3351 Рік тому +1

    I just started painting and you are an amazing teacher!!

  • @jeribondarcuri7884
    @jeribondarcuri7884 Рік тому +1

    Omgosh this is my absolute favorite!

  • @aleydaM494
    @aleydaM494 Рік тому +1

    I can’t wait to paint this one!!

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  Рік тому

      You can use oils and do my tutorials but you just have to account for the lengthy dry time. Here is the link to my patreon page if you want more info on the exclusive videos, art contests, private FB Group, and more! www.patreon.com/michellethepainter Plet me know if you have any questions.

  • @22175samammie
    @22175samammie Рік тому +1

    I cannot wait to paint this one. Thank you for doing this ❤️

  • @tereasecook9614
    @tereasecook9614 Рік тому +1

    Cute !!!!

  • @nanettebrosche8795
    @nanettebrosche8795 3 місяці тому +1

    Vielen lieben Dank für das super Video . Ich liebe dieses Bild .1000 Dank

  • @frankalichuk2033
    @frankalichuk2033 Рік тому +1

    Very Cute! Sooooo much fun!

  • @susanbaker3461
    @susanbaker3461 Рік тому +1

    So cute!! I love your cow! & the detail of your bird! Those colors talk well to one another! Lol. Excellent job! 💜💜💜💜💜

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much!

    • @susanbaker3461
      @susanbaker3461 Рік тому +1

      @@michellethepainter. you're welcome my friend!❤️❤️❤️

    • @susanbaker3461
      @susanbaker3461 Рік тому

      @@michellethepainter. will you be doing a seascape anytime soon? I love your seascapes! I did see the stormy sailboat one recently. It was awesome!💜💜💜

  • @jennifersanders4165
    @jennifersanders4165 Рік тому +2

    1st, I LOVE your brushes. 2nd, I love this painting & have to try it. My problem is I'm too slow to keep up with all of your paintings I want to do lol. I have 4 going atm.

  • @BelindaNeal66
    @BelindaNeal66 Рік тому +1

    I love him, adorable!!

  • @mb912mom
    @mb912mom 11 місяців тому +1

    I loved this one!

  • @glendasnailham8275
    @glendasnailham8275 Рік тому +1

    I just love your work take care

  • @maryphillips2580
    @maryphillips2580 Рік тому +1

    I love this so much ! I painted the cow you done at Christmas loved it. I’ve been waiting on you to paint this highlighter cow so cute.

  • @christianelavarenne6460
    @christianelavarenne6460 Рік тому +1

    Trop beau! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jodiholden69
    @jodiholden69 Рік тому +1

    Gosh just watched the video, I can’t wait to paint him !! Thank you 💕💕

  • @tinawoodell1957
    @tinawoodell1957 Рік тому +1

    I love this!!!

  • @monaharper5574
    @monaharper5574 Рік тому +1

    Adorable and so fun to paint it 🥰thank you

  • @brianmfieldwick3494
    @brianmfieldwick3494 Рік тому +1

    Hi Michelle
    How stinkin cute. I love this painting. You inspire me to try different subjects. Leta

  • @ccdy3217
    @ccdy3217 Рік тому +1

    So cute, I may try this one

  • @bellababy176
    @bellababy176 Рік тому +2

    I really love this🥰 however I just may change the hummingbird to a bee 🐝

  • @mariamacedo2755
    @mariamacedo2755 8 місяців тому +1

    Hermoso que quedó bendiciones para usted señora hermosa

  • @TamberC
    @TamberC Рік тому +1

    This made my heart happy 🤎

  • @DeannaBrown-yz6vz
    @DeannaBrown-yz6vz Рік тому +1

    too cute

  • @cortezcountrygirl
    @cortezcountrygirl Рік тому +1

    I did pretty good for a starter I believe! Trying to figure out what kind of chalk I need! 2:19

  • @sammylouisa8032
    @sammylouisa8032 Рік тому +1

    I just done this and it turned out so well! Thank you 👏🏼🙏🏼 the only thing I changed is the background, I done a blue sky with fluffy clouds 🐮👏🏼 I will definitely be doing some more of your tutorials x

  • @sylviagratta9160
    @sylviagratta9160 Рік тому +1

    Super job 😊

  • @charlenenix2870
    @charlenenix2870 9 місяців тому +1

    Love ❤️ it

  • @user-si5kf6iv3h
    @user-si5kf6iv3h Рік тому +1

    🌺🌺🌺🌺👍

  • @weezie207
    @weezie207 Рік тому +1

    Very cute love it!

  • @luciavank
    @luciavank Рік тому +1

    I love all your paintings. Thank you sooooo much for sharing and the "explanation" ( I don't know if this is the right word for it) It looks very easy, but it isn't !! 💝💝 greetings from Holland

  • @pak6973
    @pak6973 11 місяців тому +2

    I thoroughly enjoyed painting along with you on this. I tried to upload a copy of my finished version lol but didnt know how. I love watching your work. Youre amazing ❤️

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  11 місяців тому +1

      The image of the painting is in the video description below the video. Enjoy!

  • @user-xz9vl8ez1u
    @user-xz9vl8ez1u Рік тому +1

    Очень красиво!!!)))

  • @gwenw9250
    @gwenw9250 Рік тому +2

    Hey Bestie, you’ve been sitting out in the sun!!!!! So Bestie I need to add this handsome fella to my cow and pig you did years ago. Make my own farm. Even if I don’t own anything . You ok!! BBout

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  Рік тому +1

      Howdy partner! I have not been sitting out in the sun, but I am wearing new makeup so I don't appear so shinny on camera! I probably should not be saying this...thanks BB!

    • @gwenw9250
      @gwenw9250 Рік тому +3

      @@michellethepainter. well why the heck not… we are after all Besties!!!! I share one too, my hair is a natural mess too. People say how lucky I am to have curly hair. I say horsepucky heeheehee And I think you have been look at the color of. Your arm.. looks like sun rays to me. Which we could be in the sun somewheres. Between freezing rain and snow storms I’ve had enough winter. Paint something so hot looking it will make me sweat…lol yes he will do. Lol…lol sorry couldn’t help myself….

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  Рік тому

      @@gwenw9250 lol! horsepucky! That's my new favorite word! I have not heard that in a long time! Going to use that at last 20 times today, and that's not horsepucky! There's one...

    • @gwenw9250
      @gwenw9250 Рік тому +1

      @@michellethepainter. well at least you heard it before. And theres NO HORSEPUCKY!!!!!!! #2

  • @missdebrami6862
    @missdebrami6862 Рік тому +1

    Sooo cute ! Love it. I'm decorating my kitchen now n want to do paintings of food . Do you think you could do more food paintings??? Pleeeeese !

  • @sarahc8369
    @sarahc8369 Рік тому +1

    I did this one. It turned out so cute. I love your video's I have done 6 of them now, and I'm getting so good at it.

  • @jayshreepatil2289
    @jayshreepatil2289 Рік тому +1

    Woooooo. 😍this one is so amazing😍😍 I love it❤

  • @bingowings113
    @bingowings113 8 місяців тому +1

    In Scotland it's called a 'Heilen coo'...

  • @jayshreepatil2289
    @jayshreepatil2289 Рік тому +1

    Hi Michelle please 2nd panting have a beautiful fairy 🧚‍♀️

  • @bingowings113
    @bingowings113 8 місяців тому +1

    I noticed you dipped a 'dirty' brush into the white when making the green...do you then chuck the white away??
    Lynne uk

  • @donnastanton4713
    @donnastanton4713 Рік тому +1

    I'm going to try and paint like you. I'm in a wheelchair and tought myself to paint

  • @mrgraves316
    @mrgraves316 7 місяців тому +1

    Hi Michelle! I just started following you and I'm so excited to start painting with you! Just want to get clarification on chrome yellow paint. I know they don't sell that color anymore. What is your recommendation for the closest color to chrome yellow? I have searched and I see cadmium yellow but there are different cad yellows. Just want to make sure I have the right one. TY!

  • @gpcttech
    @gpcttech Рік тому +1

    How do you keep your acrylics from drying on you? Your palette always looks fresh, but mine seems to dry up before I can get a painting done.

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  Рік тому

      Hi Lisa, I only us Blickrylics which is very fluid. Here is the link where you can buy it: berkshirepaintandsip.squarespace.com/shop Have fun painting!

  • @amandawood3817
    @amandawood3817 Рік тому +1

    Hi Michelle, I can’t find Chrome Yellow paint where I live. Would you substitute with Cad Yellow or Yellow Ochre for this painting?

  • @bingowings113
    @bingowings113 8 місяців тому +1

    Hi Michelle can l use heavy watercolour paper instead of stretched canvas?
    Lynne from England

  • @junecline4447
    @junecline4447 Рік тому

    Hi Michelle, you started this video stating a primed canvas. Does that mean you painted the canvas white first?

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  Рік тому +1

      Hi June, A primed canvas means that the raw canvas has been treated to allow for paint to adhere to it. Most canvasses that you buy from the store these days, or online, are already primed when you buy them. If you are purchasing raw canvas, than you will want to put a layer of primer on the side that you want to paint. There is a product called Gesso, that is specifically designed to be a good adhesion primer for art canvasses. If the canvas you have is white on one side and tan on the other side, than it is already pre-primed, if it is tan on both sides than it is raw. I hope this info helps. Have fun painting!

    • @junecline4447
      @junecline4447 Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much for your quick reply. 😊

  • @bingowings113
    @bingowings113 8 місяців тому +1

    And how do you know how much to mix???
    To cover the whole canvas???
    Oh lord l know nothing??
    Lynne

    • @michellethepainter.
      @michellethepainter.  8 місяців тому

      Just relax, have fun, and watch and enjoy the process. I show you how much to use. Have fun!