LEARNING OBJECTIVES
■ A study of the important relationship between structure and form
■ Improves dexterity with a fine brush
■ A relaxing subject for practising sketching skills
Feathers make a great subject to paint, as there are so many different types to choose and you can always find one to suit your ability and mood. If you like order and precision, for instance, you might prefer to work with tail or flight feathers, which have rigid and powerful shapes, unlike traditional down feathers, which are fluffier and more unpredictable in nature.
Feathers also come in many shapes, colours and sizes, allowing plenty of scope for artistic interpretation. Add your own personal style to your paintings with dramatic colour choices and
