Downloadable PDF lesson
Have you always wanted to paint beautiful, fragrant, romantic roses but had no idea where to start? This detailed step-by-step tutorial will show you how! The lesson covers everything you need to know to paint a gorgeous pink rose.
In this step-by-step painting tutorial you’ll learn:
- How to paint a rose with depth and dimension
- Easy ways to transfer a rose drawing to watercolor paper
- How to get a sunlit glow on your rose petals
- Six techniques for painting leaves
- How to create smooth graded washes
- How to paint a loose background for your rose
- Techniques for painting an endless variety of blooms
- Specific color recommendations for painting the example
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This pretty pink rose is only the beginning!
The process detailed in this lesson will equip you to paint an endless variety of roses. The colors, shapes, or sizes of the flowers may change, but these tried-and-true watercolor techniques can be used to paint any type of rose, and even other flowers. Learn the techniques, then head for the garden!
What's included...
This downloadable lesson offers clear, easy-to-understand, step-by-step instructions for painting a beautiful pink rose PLUS…
- a materials list that explains exactly what you'll need to paint the example sketch
- specific color recommendations for each step of the painting process, so you can paint with confidence
- a high-resolution reference photo
- additional information about my favorite sketching tools and materials
This lesson is 20 pages long.
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FAQ
Purchased lessons are yours to keep forever. You can view them in the course player or download them to your computer.
Students of all skill levels can benefit from this lesson, but some basic experience with drawing and painting will be helpful.
The tutorial includes a complete list of materials for painting the example, but feel free to use whatever drawing and watercolor supplies you already have on hand.
Yes! My Watercolor Essentials video course was designed for just this purpose. In it I demonstrate all the techniques that are referenced in my written lessons.
