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I’m sharing everything I know about painting watercolor flowers, from how to mix colors to how to paint those pesky petals.
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Introduction
Watercolor painting is a delightful hobby that anyone can enjoy. Although it may seem daunting at first, with a little practice, you will be painting beautiful watercolor flowers in no time at all!
In this guide, we will walk you through the basics of watercolor painting, from choosing the right supplies to mastering some essential techniques. By the end, you will have all the knowledge you need to start painting gorgeous watercolor flowers. Let’s get started!
Supplies You Will Need
To paint watercolor flowers, you will need the following supplies:
-Watercolor paint
-Watercolor paper
-Paintbrush
-Pencil
-Eraser
-Ruler or a straightedge
With these supplies, you will be able to paint a variety of watercolor flowers.
Sketching Your Flowers
Start by sketching your flowers with a pencil on watercolor paper. I like to use a light box to help me trace my pencil sketches, but you can also use a window or hold your paper up to a light source. Once you have your sketches transferred to your watercolor paper, it’s time to start painting!
Painting the Flowers
1. To start, paint the flowers in one color. In this case, we’ll use pink.
2. Once the first layer of color is dry, add a second layer of a different color. In this case, we’ll use white.
3. Continue adding layers of different colors until you’re happy with the result.
Finishing the Painting
Once you have the basic shape of your flower painted in, it’s time to start adding in the smaller details. To paint the stamen, mix a small amount of yellow with just a touch of pink. Use a very small brush to paint thin lines coming out from the center of the flower.
To add petals to your flower, start by painting the outermost layer of petals using a light pink color. Then, mix a little bit of pink with some white and add this color to the center of each petal. Finally, use a very dark pink or red color to paint the innermost layer of petals.
To finish off your painting, add some green leaves and stems using a light green color. You can also paint in some darker shades of green for added dimension. Allow your painting to dry completely before framing or displaying it.
