The first step is to draw the beak of the bird, paying attention to the direction of the beak.
The second step is to draw the outer outline of the bird's head.
The third step is to draw the light and dark contrast between the eyes of the ribbon bird and the head.
The fourth step is to draw the shape of the entire body and wings of the ribbon bird.
The fifth step is to draw the branches at the feet of the longevity bird. Pay attention to the changes in the branches.
The sixth step is to draw the shape of the tail of the bird, paying attention to the direction and turning of the tail shape.
Finally, draw the contrast between light and dark on the bird, and line up the shadows.
The kelp bird is medium-sized and has crest feathers. There are two types of male birds: chestnut type and white type. Male bird (maroon type): head and neck blue-black with metallic luster and obvious crest. The central tail feathers are particularly elongated. The upper body, including the back, waist and tail coverts, are dark maroon with a purplish color. The tail feathers are similar in color to the upper body. The chest and sides are pale gray. The lower tail coverts are grayish white.