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Flamingo Drawing with a splash
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Gather your supplies.
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Sketch a flamingo on watercolor paper.
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Trace over your sketch with a calligraphy pen. Vary thick and thin strokes.
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Let it dry. Sumi ink takes a couple of hours, Ziller ink dries faster. Paint the first layer.
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While it's still wet, tap in an orange pink around the edges.
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Turn your work if it helps. Paint curved lines with lots of water. Use a straw to blow the paint.
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Continue adding splash. You can help guide the splash by painting paths to start the splash.
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Now for a splash of water. You can tap in more color to light areas as long as it's still wet.
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And you're finished! What will you do with your flamingo drawing?
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Maybe try another flamingo with a different painting style.
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Joanne
I use watercolor and calligraphy to create cheerful design that leaves a lasting impression.
To read more about this Jumprope:
https://joannegroff.com/flamingo-drawing-with-a-splash/
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