Different shades of paint and smudging give the illusion of depth.
step 1 of 6
step 2 of 6
I used 5 different colors and a brush with shape dynamics for the hair.
step 3 of 6
Layer masks to reveal the layer underneath.
step 4 of 6
By going to Image > Adjustment > Gradient Map, I was able to color the wing.
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A nifty way to make fire. Find two sticks and...no, wait. Open a new canvas, making sure you have the default black and white. Filter > Render > Clouds and then Render > Difference Clouds. Tap Ctrl F a few times until you find a pattern you like. Then Image > Adjustment > Gradient Map just like before.
step 6 of 6
Cut out bits and parts of your fire and use warp and Liquify to shape it.
Final result
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