Let’s Keep It Simple
If you’ve got a brush and a few tubes of oil paint, you’re halfway there. Painting flowers doesn’t mean mastering decades of techniques. With a few brush tricks, you’ll be blooming in no time.
Block with Flat Brushes
Start your flower by blocking in shapes with a flat brush. Load it with color and press firmly in short, curved strokes. This makes broad petals with natural edges — great for sunflowers or hibiscus!
Go Round for Petal Details
Switch to a round brush for details. You can use the tip for small lines or roll the side for smooth transitions. This brush is flexible and fun — great for roses or peonies where depth matters.
Push and Swirl Technique
Here’s a fun one — push the brush and swirl slightly while applying paint. This gives a wild, natural twist to petals and leaves. Try this with thick, impasto-style strokes for added drama.
Soft Blending with Fan Brushes
Fan brushes aren’t just for landscapes. They can blur colors together softly, especially in backgrounds or fading petals. Just lightly drag over wet paint in one direction. Don’t overdo it or it goes muddy.
Wrap-up: You Got This
Seriously — if you can hold a brush and love flowers, you can make it work. Keep it light, experiment, and don’t stress. Practice makes better (not perfect, and that’s fine).