According to a widespread and ancient belief, birds can be mediators between gods and men. In Persian art especially Persian miniature, birds have been represented both symbolically and non-symbolically; sometimes they are the main subject of the story and sometimes they are used as an ornamental form.

This course will focus on the most common birds in Persian miniature paintings and various essential details involved in drawing and painting them.

In this course you will learn:

• How to draw goose

• How to draw dove

• How to draw falcon

• How to draw peacock

• Practice few postures of each bird

• How to prepare the paper for painting

• How to colour and outline the details of each bird

• How to shade and render the fine details

Following a line of gradual development, students will be guided to practice several stages of drawing to colouring and outlining the chosen birds. Their practices will be checked one by one and necessary instructions will be given.

Participants in all the levels of experiences are welcome, they will be guided step by step in various stages of making the miniature painting.

You will receive the list of the required materials once they register.