Spring Florals in Gouache: Tulips, Daffodils & More

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a beautiful botanical illustration class! Learn to paint stunning spring florals like tulips, daffodils, cherry blossoms, and magnolias using the vibrant mediums of gouache and colored pencils. This course is designed for artists of all skill levels, from complete beginners to those looking to refine their techniques.

What You’ll Learn:

• Finding Inspiration: Discover how to locate inspiring reference photos, including valuable free resources to fuel your creativity.
• Color Palette Creation: Master simple color mixing techniques to build harmonious color palettes perfect for capturing the essence of spring.
• Floral Composition Sketching: Learn to create visually appealing and balanced floral arrangements through effective sketching.
• Gouache Painting Techniques: Develop skills in layering and blending gouache to achieve depth and texture in your paintings.
• Colored Pencil Detailing: Refine your artwork with colored pencils for a polished, professional finish.
• Artwork Digitization: Learn how to digitize your artwork for printing or creating beautiful greeting card designs.

Who is this class for?

This class is ideal for anyone interested in exploring botanical art. Beginners will benefit from the step-by-step guidance, while experienced artists can enhance their floral painting skills and learn how to prepare their work for professional printing. By the end, you'll possess a collection of gorgeous spring floral illustrations and the confidence to create more seasonal botanical paintings!

Materials You'll Need:

• Paper: Watercolour or mixed-media paper
• Paint: Gouache or watercolor paint (cool red/magenta, lemon yellow, cerulean blue, and/or ultramarine blue)
• Brushes: Round synthetic brushes (sizes 8 and 6)
• Drawing Tools: Pencil, sharpener, and eraser
• Other: Water container and paper towel
• Optional (for greeting cards): Photoshop (or similar photo editing software), Scanner or high-resolution camera (or good phone camera), Photo Printer

Connect with the Teacher:

• Website: Visit my website for additional resources and project updates.
• YouTube Channel: Subscribe for sketching tips, flip-throughs, and painting demonstrations.
• Instagram Account: Follow for the latest artwork, behind-the-scenes content, and process videos.