This is your ultimate guide for how to paint flowers in watercolor for beginners

Today we will learn how to paint watercolor flowers  for complete beginners in both loose and realistic style. It can be a lot of fun especially if you are looking for drawing ideas for your next masterpiece.

The best way to approach watercolor painting for beginners is to practice. We will start with the easiest flower to draw. 

Flowers, although can look very fun and easy to paint. They can be a challenge. This is why this is the ultimate guide to make flower drawing easy.

I hope that you will scroll through and learn how to draw a flower that will inspire you the most so that you can finally be able to draw what you like.

First step is we will need some supplies to learn how to paint watercolor flowers:

  1. Watercolor brushes: get a mediumsmall size, and a flat brush. They will be used to create different effects when painting. You can also use a brush penArteza offers a great selection.
  2. Watercolor paper: Paper will make a big difference in the outcome. Arteza Makes a great selection for artist. 
  3. Best Watercolor Paints: We recommend Arteza as the best watercolor paints for professionals. You can go with tubes or pans.
  4. Pencil: Best to use H, or 2H, making sure you do not have any bright lines. 
  5. Water jug: This can be anything, even an old cup.
  6. Tissue paper: Grab your kitchen roll. 
  7. Eraser: Make sure that it is white and does not leave any marks. We are using STAEDTLER Mars

All supplies ready? Let’s learn how to paint watercolor flowers with the tips on watercolor painting for beginners. 

Learning how to paint flowers in watercolor can be a bit frustrating with all of the petals and details. In this rose watercolor tutorial you will learn how to paint roses without the usual obstacles that you face with this tutorial.

She shows you how to draw a rose step by step so that you can create the same outcome as she does. 

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Step 1: Sketching the Roses

 

Sketch the roses lightly on the watercolor paper with a pencil. Start with the basic shapes of the roses and then add details like the petals and leaves. Ensure that the sketch is light enough so that it doesn’t show through the painting.

Step 2: Painting the Background

 

Wet the paper with clean water and then paint the background with a light wash of color. Allow the background to dry completely before moving on to the next step.

Step 3: Painting the Roses

 

Start painting the roses with a light wash of color. Use a small brush to paint the petals one by one. Start with the outer petals and work your way inwards. Use different shades of red to create depth and dimension. Allow each layer to dry before adding the next. Once the petals are painted, paint the leaves with green paint.

Step 4: Adding Details

 

Add details to the roses by painting the veins on the petals and leaves. Use a darker shade of red to create shadows and to add texture to the petals. Add highlights to the roses with a lighter shade of red or white paint. Use a small brush to create intricate details like the stamens of the flower.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

 

After adding the details, evaluate your painting and look for areas that need more color or detail. You can also add splatters of paint or other details to enhance the overall look of the painting. Ensure that the painting is dry before framing it.

How to Paint Dahlia in Watercolor

Learn how to paint dahlia step by step with watercolours with this easy to follow tutorial that you will love! First she shows you how to sketch a flower.

I mean, look at those petals. First she creates a flower drawing step by step, and then she uses watercolor techniques to fill it all in. 

Step 1: Sketch the Dahlia

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the outline of the Dahlia flower on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall shape and proportions of the flower.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the flower you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and intensity later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to build up the form and depth of the Dahlia. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Refer to a reference image or a real-life Dahlia to identify the various petals and their colors. Layer different shades of the same color or add complementary colors for more visual interest. Gradually add details such as veins and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your Dahlia to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint tulips in watercolor

In this tutorial you will learn how to paint tulips in watercolor step by step. It is really fun and easy tutorial for beginners to follow. 

What I love about this tutorial is she shows how to draw a flower easy. Tulips is one the favorite easy drawing ideas that you can draw no matter your skill level. 

Step 1: Sketch the Tulips

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shapes of the tulips on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall form and positioning of the flowers.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the areas of the tulips you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and add dimension to the tulips. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe the reference image or real-life tulips to identify the different sections and colors of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add complementary colors for visual interest. Gradually add details such as veins, folds, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your tulips to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, enhancing the contrast, or refining the edges. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Peony in Watercolor

This is the ultimate tutorial on how to draw peony in watercolor for complete beginners. This is such an easy and fun tutorial. I am sure you will love it!

It is one of a cool watercolor painting ideas that will inspire anyone to pick up a brush and paint. 

Step 1: Sketch the Peony

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the peony on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall form, including the petals and the center of the flower.

 

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the areas of the tulips you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the peony. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Refer to a reference image or a real-life peony to observe the different layers and colors of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add complementary colors for visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, folds, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your peony to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser

Step 5: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to Paint Sunflower in Watercolor

Learn how to draw a sunflower step by step and finish it off by painting with watercolor. It is a perfect beginner step by step guide that I am sure that you will love! 

It uses one of the 10 watercolor techniques that are most popular among artists. 

Step 1: Sketch the Sunflower

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the sunflower on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the circular shape of the center and the petals radiating outward.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the sunflower you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals and the center of the sunflower. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and the center of the sunflower. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Refer to a reference image or a real-life sunflower to observe the different sections and colors of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add complementary colors for visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your sunflower to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to Paint Leaves in Watercolor

Painting leaves is one of the cool watercolor painting ideas.

This is such a great video as it shows all different kinds of leaves that you can draw and create the most epic art that you would ever desire!

Step 1: Sketch the Leaf

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the leaf on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall shape, veins, and any unique characteristics of the specific leaf you’re painting.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the leaf you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the leaf. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the shape and details of the leaf. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or a real leaf to identify the veins and any color variations. Layer different shades of green or add other colors to create depth and visual interest. Gradually add details such as veins, texture, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your leaf to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Pansies in Watercolor

Pansies are such precious flowers. Now you can even draw them in watercolor with this step by step tutorial. 

Step 1: Sketch the Pansies

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shapes of the tulips on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall form and positioning of the flowers.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the areas of the pansies you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the pansies. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real-life pansies to identify the different colors and markings on the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as veins, texture, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your pansies to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 5: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to Watercolor Lavender

Lavender is so incredible. I love it as a flower) I am sure that you will too. This is a great step by step watercolor tutorial about how to paint lavender. 

Step 1: Sketch the Lavender

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the lavender on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall form, including the long stems and clusters of tiny flowers.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area where you want to paint the lavender. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the lavender flowers. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the lavender flowers and create depth. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real lavender to identify the different shades of purple and the structure of the flowers. Layer different shades of purple or add other complementary colors to create dimension. Gradually add details such as tiny petals, clusters, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Stems and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the long stems and leaves of the lavender. Choose a suitable green color and vary the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Remember to consider the direction and flow of the stems.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your lavender to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to Paint Daffodils with Watercolor?

Daffodils are so much fun. Take your watercolor brush and learn how to paint them today. I am sure that this tutorial will help you. 

Step 1: Sketch the Daffodils

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shapes and structure of the daffodils on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the trumpet-shaped center and the surrounding petals.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the daffodils you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals and the trumpet-shaped center. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the daffodils. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real daffodils to identify the different colors and shapes of the petals. Layer different shades of yellow or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, folds, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Refine and Finalize

Using a thin brush, paint the trumpet-shaped center of the daffodil with a suitable color such as orange or yellow. Add depth and texture by adding darker shades and highlights. Paint the stem using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the stem.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your daffodils to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to Paint Amaryllis in Watercolor?

Learn how to paint amaryllis with this step by step cool tutorial that is super fun and easy for beginner artists to do. 

Step 1: Sketch the Amaryllis

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the amaryllis on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the long, elegant stem, the large flower, and any intricate details such as the stamens and petals.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the daffodils you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals and the trumpet-shaped center. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the amaryllis flower. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real amaryllis to identify the different colors and shapes of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Stem and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the long stem and leaves of the amaryllis. Choose a suitable green color and vary the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the structure and positioning of the stem and leaves.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your amaryllis to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Orchid in Watercolor ?

Growing up, my house was always full of orchids. They are really cool flowers to draw in watercolours. Make sure to do a drawing of them as well. 

Step 1: Sketch the Orchids

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shapes and structure of the orchids on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the unique form of the orchid petals, the central column, and any distinct features of the specific orchid species you are painting.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the orchids you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the orchids. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real orchids to identify the different colors and shapes of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Stem and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the central column of the orchid. Choose a suitable color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the leaves using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the shape and positioning of the column and leaves.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your orchids to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Camellia in Watercolor

This is a realistic camellia tutorial in watercolor step by step that is a great pleasure for anyone to just watch, not even draw. 

Step 1: Sketch the Magnolia

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the magnolia on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the large, showy petals, the center of the flower, and the branches.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the magnolia flower you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the magnolia flower. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real magnolias to identify the different colors and shapes of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Stem and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the center of the magnolia flower, typically a cluster of stamens. Choose a suitable color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the branches using a brown or gray color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like texture and smaller branches. Consider the flow and positioning of the branches.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your magnolia to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Magnolia in Watercolor

Learn easy how to draw a flower Magnolia in watercolor with this easy step by step tutorial that you will love. It shows exactly what you need to do. So grab your brushes and create this epic painting. 

Step 1: Sketch the Magnolia

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the magnolia on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the large, showy petals, the center of the flower, and the branches.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the magnolia flower you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the magnolia flower. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real magnolias to identify the different colors and shapes of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Stem and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the center of the magnolia flower, typically a cluster of stamens. Choose a suitable color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the branches using a brown or gray color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like texture and smaller branches. Consider the flow and positioning of the branches.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your magnolia to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Aster in Watercolor?

You will learn how to paint aster in watercolor for complete beginners step by step with this tutorial. 

Step 1: Sketch the Asters

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the asters on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the arrangement of the petals and the overall shape of the flower.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the asters you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the asters. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real asters to identify the different colors and shapes of the petals. Layer different shades of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Stem and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the center of the aster flower. Choose a suitable color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the stem using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like texture and any additional leaves along the stem. Consider the positioning and flow of the stem.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your asters to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Lotus in Watercolor?

You will learn how to paint aster in watercolor for complete beginners step by step with this tutorial. 

Step 1: Sketch the Lotus

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the lotus flower on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the large, rounded petals and the central seed pod.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the lotus flower you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Lotuses come in various colors such as pink, white, or even yellow, so choose the appropriate shade. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the lotus flower. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real lotus flowers to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals. Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Seed Pod and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the central seed pod of the lotus. Choose a suitable color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the leaves using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the shape and positioning of the seed pod and leaves.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your lotus to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Lilac in Watercolor?

Lilacs are such beautiful flowers. They look great when you go for walk in the summer. Learn to also how to paint them in watercolor with this tutorial. 

Step 1: Sketch the Lilac

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the lilac on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the overall form of the lilac flower clusters and the branches.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the lilac flowers you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Lilacs come in various shades of purple, so choose a color that represents the lilac you wish to paint. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the lilac flowers. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real lilacs to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals. Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Branches and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the branches of the lilac. Choose a suitable brown or gray color and add details like texture and smaller branches.

Paint the leaves using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the positioning and flow of the branches and leaves.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your lilacs to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent.

 

Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments.

 

Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed.

 

This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast.

 

Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Hydrangea in Watercolor:

Hydrangea are stunning flowers. They are exactly what you need if have nothing else to draw in watercolor. 

Step 1: Sketch the Hydrangea

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the hydrangea on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the round clusters of flowers and the overall shape of the hydrangea.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the hydrangea flowers you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Hydrangeas come in various shades of blue, pink, and purple, so choose a color that represents the hydrangea you wish to paint. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the hydrangea flowers. 

 

Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real hydrangeas to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals.

 

Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Branches and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the stem of the hydrangea. Choose a suitable green color and add details like texture and shading.

 

Paint the leaves using various shades of green, varying the hues and values to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the positioning and flow of the stem and leaves.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your hydrangeas to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent.

 

Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed.

 

This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast.

 

Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Daisy in Watercolor?

Learn how to paint daisy in watercolor step by step with this ultimate beginner tutorial that you will love. 

This tutorial is perfect for bullet journal doodles.

Step 1: Sketch the Daisy

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the daisy on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the circular center, the elongated petals, and the overall shape of the flower.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the daisy petals you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Daisies are often white, but they can also come in various shades of yellow or pink. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the daisy. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real daisies to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals. Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Center and Stem

Using a thin brush, paint the circular center of the daisy. Choose a suitable color, typically a darker shade of yellow or brown, and add details like texture and shading. Paint the stem using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like texture and any additional leaves along the stem. Consider the positioning and flow of the stem.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your daisy to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Iris in Watercolor?

Iris is a great flower. Learn to paint is well in watercolor with this step by step tutorial that you will love!

Step 1: Sketch the Iris

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the iris on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the elongated petals, the central “beard,” and the overall shape of the flower.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the iris petals you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Irises come in various shades such as purple, blue, or even yellow, so choose a color that represents the iris you wish to paint. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Add Layers and Details

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the iris. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real irises to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals. Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the "Beard" and Leaves

Using a thin brush, paint the central “beard” of the iris. Choose a suitable color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the leaves using a green color, varying the shades to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the positioning and flow of the leaves and the “beard.”

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your iris to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

How to paint Cherry Blossom in Watercolor?

Learn how to paint cherry blossom in watercolor with this ultimate step by step watercolor drawing tutorial. 

Step 1: Sketch the Cherry Blossoms

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and arrangement of the cherry blossoms on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the clusters of small flowers and the overall shape of the branches.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area where you want to paint the cherry blossoms. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of pink or light red for the petals. Keep the color relatively light as you can add more depth and detail later. Be mindful of leaving some areas white to represent the delicate petals.

Step 3: Paint the Petals

Using a smaller brush, paint the individual petals of the cherry blossoms. Start from the outer edges and work your way inwards. Use varying shades of pink, from light to darker tones, to create depth and dimension. Add more pigment to the base of the petals for shadowing and create a gradual transition to lighter shades towards the edges.

Step 4: Add Details and Branches

Using a thin brush or a liner brush, paint the branches of the cherry tree. Choose a suitable brown or gray color and add details like texture and smaller branches. Use quick, light brushstrokes to create a sense of movement and branches intertwining. Add small dots or dashes of darker color to represent the buds or clusters of flowers along the branches.

Step 5: Final Touches

Take a step back and assess your painting. Add any final touches to enhance the overall composition and balance of your artwork. You can adjust the intensity of the colors, add more details to the blossoms or branches, or refine any areas that need more attention. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely.

How to paint Poppies in Watercolor?

Learn how to paint poppies in watercolor with this step by step tutorial that you will absolutely love. 

Step 1: Sketch the Poppies

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the poppies on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the distinctive petals and the overall shape of the flowers.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the poppy petals you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Poppies can be red, orange, pink, or even white, so choose a color that represents the poppy you wish to paint. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Paint the Petals

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the poppy flowers. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real poppies to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals. Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Center and Stem

Using a thin brush or a liner brush, paint the branches of the cherry tree. Choose a suitable brown or gray color and add details like texture and smaller branches. Use quick, light brushstrokes to create a sense of movement and branches intertwining. Add small dots or dashes of darker color to represent the buds or clusters of flowers along the branches.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your poppies to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

How to paint Cosmos Flowers in Watercolor?

Cosmos flowers are absolutely stunning for anyone to see. Learn how to paint them in watercolor as well and surprise yourself with the outcome. 

Step 1: Sketch the Cosmos Flowers

Using a pencil or a light wash of watercolor paint, lightly sketch the basic shape and structure of the cosmos flowers on your watercolor paper. Pay attention to the slender stems and the distinctive shape of the petals.

Step 2: Apply Base Colors

Wet the area of the cosmos petals you want to paint first. Then, using a medium-sized brush, apply a light wash of your desired base color for the petals. Cosmos flowers come in various shades such as pink, white, orange, or purple, so choose a color that represents the cosmos flower you wish to paint. Keep the color relatively light, as you can add more depth and detail later.

Step 3: Paint the Petals

Once the base color is dry, start adding layers to define the petals and create depth in the cosmos flowers. Use smaller brushes for more intricate details. Observe a reference image or real cosmos flowers to identify the different shades and shapes of the petals. Layer different tones of the same color or add other complementary colors to enhance the visual interest. Gradually add details such as texture, veins, and highlights, working from light to dark.

Step 4: Paint the Center and Stem

Using a thin brush, paint the stem of the cosmos flower. Choose a suitable green color and add details like texture and shading. Paint the leaves using various shades of green, varying the hues and values to create a natural look. Add details like veins and subtle texture to the leaves. Consider the positioning and flow of the stem and leaves.

Step 5: Refine and Finalize

Continue refining the details, adding highlights, shadows, and texture to bring your cosmos flowers to life. Consider the light source and ensure that your shadows and highlights are consistent. Take breaks to step back and assess your progress, making any necessary adjustments. Once you’re satisfied with your painting, let it dry completely before removing any pencil lines with an eraser.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

After the painting is dry, you can make any final adjustments or add additional details if needed. This could include adding more layers, refining edges, or enhancing the contrast. Take this time to evaluate your painting and make any final tweaks until you’re happy with the result.

If you have enjoyed this tutorial on learning how to paint watercolor flowers and got some new watercolor ideas then do not forget to check out this watercolor course for complete beginners called: “The Watercolor Workshop.”

The Watercolor Workshop is a course designed for beginner and intermediate artists wishing to explore and improve watercolor painting techniques.

This course starts with the basics and progresses gradually to more complex subjects and concepts.

The 19 modules are logically sequenced so that each module builds upon concepts learned in previous modules.

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