Watercolor Birds on Power Lines! (Patreon)

I can't stop painting these one-sheet mini landscapes! I seriously have SO many ideas for them.

The other day I was out on a walk and noticed a bunch of little birds sitting on the power lines, and I immediately thought... that would be so cute as one of these tiny collections.

This is one of my favorite ways to paint when my brain wants to make art... but also.. doesn't want to make art. 😅 It's super simple, low pressure and before you know it, you've filled an entire sheet with tiny little paintings and the best part is they all feel cohesive and happy and like they belong together.

Here's a yappy tutorial breaking down exactly how I painted them!

Supplies You'll need:

• Watercolor paper - I used a 9x12 sheet of Arches Cold Press and taped it into twelve little sections.• Painter's tape- I used THIS one (1/2") But it doesn't need to be this size. • Watercolor paints - I chose colors I love for sunsets and dreamy skies (pinks, yellows, blues, purples, and oranges), but use whatever colors make you happy.• A liner brush or an archival ink pen. I used the black Sakura brush pen for the power lines from THIS set• A small round or detail brush for the birds• Water + paper towel• Optional: a paper cutter if you want to trim them into individual little paintings afterward. I use this SWINGLINE one

This one is less about painting perfect birds and more about slowing down, experimenting, and letting yourself play for a little while. 🤍

I'd love to see your little flock if you paint along! 🐦💕