Welcome to Watercolor Flowers: Painting a Lotus with Underpainting Techniques!

In this intermediate-level class, dive into the magical world of watercolor flowers as we create a serene and delicate lotus. I’ll guide you step-by-step, from transferring your outline to mastering the underpainting technique—a powerful method that adds depth, cohesion, and realism to your florals.

This class is perfect for watercolor enthusiasts looking to elevate their skills and add a professional touch to their floral compositions. By the end of the lesson, you’ll have a stunning lotus painting and the confidence to apply underpainting techniques to any watercolor flower project. Let’s bring your art to life!

What You Will Learn:

Underpainting Essentials: Learn how this foundational technique enhances depth and harmony.
Color Wash Harmony: Discover how to create seamless color blends for floral compositions.
Petal & Leaf Detailing: Master light, shadow, and texture to bring your flowers to life.
Interrupted Stroke Technique: Create realistic veins and delicate details.
Floral Confidence: Gain the skills to paint vibrant and detailed watercolor flowers.

Why You Should Take This Class:
Watercolor flowers are a timeless and versatile art form, capturing nature’s beauty in an expressive way. This class will teach you underpainting techniques that transform your floral paintings, making them more cohesive and visually striking. Designed to be inspiring and relaxing, it’s packed with practical tips to help you unlock your watercolor potential.

Who This Class Is For:

This class is ideal for intermediate artists with some watercolor experience who want to refine their floral painting skills. If you’re new to watercolor, I recommend starting with my Red Rose Class to build foundational techniques before taking on this project.

Materials/Resources:

Watercolor Paints: Any brand works, but professional-grade paints yield the best results.
Watercolor Paper: 100% cotton (cold-pressed or hot-pressed) for superior texture and absorbency.
Brushes: Round brushes in various sizes (small for details, medium for washes).
Masking Fluid: To preserve highlights in your composition.
White Gel Pen or Gouache: For fine highlights and finishing touches.
Extras: Water container, mixing palette, and paper towels for cleanup.

Check out the project section for inspiration and tips to help you make the most of this painting experience.

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