African inspired birds

1   Paint the canvas panel with two to three colours, not too dark. Then run the pattern roller through the wet paint. When the panel is dry, draw the bird shape with a marker.

2.   Paint the area around the bird shape black or dark brown. Draw the shape using a plastic bottle containing paint and water.

3.   Use plenty of water when you finish painting the frame. This technique gives a translucent effect. When all the parts are dry, glue them together.