Anisha

Having the photo allowed me to break the bird into its constituent shapes (ovals, rounds etc.) so it is a wonderful aid. The big shapes are relatively easy but the bill and feet are a struggle! I have begun to notice bird postures more in drawing birds from photos. How they sit, tilt their heads (and change the angles and shadows), how their looser belly feathers can hide the tops of their ankles etc. I hope this will all help me be a better observer when they are moving about!