Loose watercolor animals are one of those subjects that look effortless  — but they’re really about restraint, water control, and knowing when to stop. This little goose demo is a great practice piece because it lets you work soft neutrals, simple shapes, and expressive brushwork without getting lost in feather detail. Here’s how the painting progresses from sketch to finished piece. Step 1 — The Bare-Bones Sketch This stage is just structure. Keep it ridiculously simple: Egg
