Drawing Water Lily with soft pastels and pastel pencils

Learn to create stunning water lily art with soft pastels and pastel pencils! This tutorial guides you through a step-by-step process, perfect for artists of all levels.

Discover how to prepare a beautiful background with soft transitions on black sanded paper – a technique that might seem challenging, but is achievable with the right approach. We'll simplify the complex form of a water lily, providing a method you can apply to your own artwork.

You can use any soft pastels you have; a variety of colors will look vibrant on sanded paper. For practice, hardware store sanded paper is a great option. If you don't have sanded paper, try using regular pastel paper and utilizing the textured side for added depth.

Get inspired and have fun exploring the world of pastel art! Follow @art_ing_around_ on Instagram for more creative inspiration.

• Soft Pastel Techniques: Master the art of working with soft pastels.
• Pastel Pencils: Explore the versatility of pastel pencils for detailed work.
• Water Lily Art Tutorial: A comprehensive guide to creating beautiful water lily paintings.
• Soft Pastel Backgrounds: Learn to create stunning backgrounds with soft pastel techniques.
• Black Sanded Paper: Discover how to use black sanded paper for vibrant pastel artwork.
• Simplify Complex Forms: A step-by-step approach to simplifying subjects in your art.
• Pastel Art for Beginners: A beginner-friendly tutorial using readily available materials.
• Art Inspiration: Find inspiration and connect with the artist on Instagram @art_ing_around_.