Step 1
After getting all your kit together, don’t forget to check out the ‘What You Need’ tab above. Start by sketching on textured paper. Sketch 2 small birds in the centre of the page – they look a little bit like upside down tear drops. Then, add a line.
Step 2
Apply a first layer of black, and work in from dark to light, blend with your thumb. Add extra layers for texture and depth.
Step 3
Make sure to have a sharp edge on your black pastel and fill in the birds and add your wire – the pencil line you drew earlier. You’re done! Stand back and marvel at your masterpiece. Is it a flyaway success? Don’t worry if not, try again on a fresh sheet.
When using oil pastels, make sure that any layering work you do goes from dark to light.