Learn to paint effortless watercolor florals using a filbert brush.

Round brushes are often used by artists including myself because it’s a versatile brush that can paint a variety of strokes. But there is another magical brush that can help you paint flower petals easily.

A filbert brush looks like a flat brush but with an oval tip. When you lay it flat on the paper and pull the stroke, the distinct brush shape easily creates a flower petal. If you have never tried this brush or had a hard time before, this class will guide you on how to use it ease and confidence.

You will learn the following topics:

Art Supplies
- Learn about suitable art materials for this class
Round vs Filbert
- Discover the differences between these two brushes and how they work
Getting to Know a Filbert Brush
- Explore different strokes that a filbert brush can create
Petal Strokes
- Learn about different petal strokes and how you can twist and turn the brush to create organic markings
Floral Warm Up Exercise
- After learning about the petals strokes, we will combine them to form flower shapes. This is to help hone the muscle memory in your hand
Foliage and Fillers
- Create different leaf markings and small floral fillers using the rounded edge of the filbert brush
Project 1: Eucalyptus
- Using a live reference object, learn to paint the leaves from different angles.
Project 2: Single Stem Peony
- Paint the fluffy and curved petals of a peony to practice the brush strokes learned in the class
Floral Composition Guide
- Learn how to transform a blank canvas into a beautiful floral painting
- Tips on which flowers to start with and why
Project 3: Spring Floral Bouquet
- Application of floral composition guide

This class is suitable for beginners and seasoned artists who want to try a new tool and apply it to their painting style.

I have found that exploring and learning a new tool ignites my creativity. It gives me a fresh perspective on approaching my artwork. And I hope that this class will do the same for you.

I’m really excited for you to try this brush!

Joly

Judith Van Rijswijk

the painter on wheels

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