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Drawing Birds: Observational Art Skills
Year 1 Art and Design Learning to look carefully at birds Drawing what we see
What Makes Birds Special?
Birds have feathers They have beaks for eating Wings help them fly Two legs with claws
Bird Detective Challenge
Look at your bird photo Find the beak - what shape is it? Count the legs you can see What colours can you spot?
Starting Your Bird Drawing
Begin with simple shapes Draw a circle for the head Add an oval for the body Then add the special parts
What do you notice about your bird's beak?
Is it long or short? Is it thick or thin? What colour is it? What shape does it remind you of?
Drawing Tips for Success
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Adding Colour and Details
Choose colours that match your photo Add patterns on the feathers Draw the eye carefully Add texture with gentle strokes
Sharing Our Bird Art
Show your drawing to a friend Tell them about your bird's special features What was your favorite part to draw? Next lesson: We'll make 3D bird sculptures!