Do you love painting flowers, but want a more loose, expressive and creative approach? In this class, you'll learn how to paint beautiful abstract flowers using acrylic paint, focusing on color, texture, mark-making, and intuitive brushwork rather than realism.
Through three fun and approachable projects, you'll discover how to simplify floral forms, build dynamic compositions, and create paintings full of movement and personality. Whether you're new to abstract painting or looking to loosen up your style, this class will help you paint with more confidence and freedom.
What You Will Learn
In this class, you'll learn how to:
<ul>
<li>Simplify flowers into expressive abstract shapes</li>
<li>Use acrylic paint in a loose and intuitive way</li>
<li>Create depth, contrast, and visual interest with layers</li>
<li>Develop vibrant color palettes for floral paintings</li>
<li>Add texture and energetic mark-making to your work</li>
<li>Build balanced floral compositions</li>
<li>Let go of perfection and embrace a more expressive painting style</li>
</ul>
Class Projects
We'll create three beautiful abstract floral paintings:
<ol>
<li>Single Abstract Expressive Flower – Learn how to capture the essence of a flower using bold brushstrokes, and color.</li>
<li>Abstract Floral Bouquet – Combine multiple flowers into a lively and balanced bouquet composition.</li>
<li>Abstract Flower Field – Create a dreamy landscape filled with abstract flowers, focusing on atmosphere, depth, and movement.</li>
</ol>
Why You Should Take This Class
Abstract floral painting is a wonderful way to develop creativity, confidence, and a more personal artistic style. By learning to interpret flowers rather than copy them exactly, you'll discover new ways to express yourself through color, shape, and texture.
The techniques taught in this class can be applied to many types of abstract and semi-abstract painting, helping you loosen up your brushwork and create artwork that feels fresh and uniquely your own.
I'll guide you through each project step-by-step, sharing my process for creating expressive floral paintings while encouraging you to explore your own creative voice.
Who This Class Is For
This class is perfect for:
<ul>
<li>Beginners who want to explore abstract painting</li>
<li>Acrylic painters looking to loosen their style</li>
<li>Floral art enthusiasts</li>
<li>Creative hobbyists seeking a relaxing and expressive painting practice</li>
<li>Intermediate artists wanting to add more freedom and expression to their work</li>
</ul>
No previous experience with abstract painting is required. A basic familiarity with acrylic paints is helpful, but all skill levels are welcome.
Materials and Resources
For this class, you'll need:
<ul>
<li>Acrylic paints </li>
<li>Paint brushes in a variety of sizes</li>
<li>A colored pencil (any color)</li>
<li>Mixed media paper, acrylic paper, or canvas</li>
<li>Water container</li>
<li>Paper towels or a cloth</li>
<li>Palette or mixing surface</li>
</ul>
You'll also receive reference images and project guidance to help you complete each painting and develop your own abstract floral style.
I can't wait to see the beautiful flowers you create. Grab your paints and join me in class!

Welcome to Modern Blooms!

Single Flower Intro

Single Flower: Materials

Single Flower: Color Mixing

Single Flower: Base Layer

Single Flower: Middle Layer

Single Flower: Top Layer

Bouquet Intro

Bouquet: Color Mixing

Bouquet: Sketching & Base Layers

Bouquet: Adding Cool Tones

Bouquet: Flourishes

Field of Flowers Intro

Field of Flowers: Color Mixing

Field of Flowers: Sketching

Field of Flowers: Adding Flowers

Field of Flowers: Background

Field of Flowers: Middle Layers

Field of Flowers: Flourishes

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