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Thank you for joining this relaxing and creative acrylic painting class! Today, we explored how to paint simple flowers using beginner-friendly techniques, perfect for practicing brushwork, color blending, and shape. Whether you’re new to acrylics or just getting back into painting, this session helped you build foundational skills and experiment with different petal angles and textures.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Gather Your Supplies

You only need basic materials: acrylic paints, cardboard or any surface to paint on, a round brush (plus any other sizes you prefer), water cup, pencil, eraser, paper towels or rags, and clothing you don’t mind getting messy. Optional but helpful: a hair dryer for drying paint layers quickly.

Practice Drawing Flower Shapes

Before painting, sketch flower guides using circles and ovals to help position your petals. Practice different angles: forward-facing, side-facing, and upward-facing blooms. Avoid using Sharpies for your final drawings as they are hard to cover with paint.

Start with a One-Stroke Technique

Use a thick, round brush and plenty of paint. Press down and pull toward the center to create loose, textured petals. This technique helps develop flow and control. Start with one color (e.g., white) to practice form and movement.

Try a Two-Color Flower

Load one side of your brush with a light color and the other with a dark color. This creates beautiful shading and depth in your petals. Experiment with petal direction and overlapping layers to give your flowers dimension.

Add Centers and Layer with Texture

Once petals dry, use a scruffy or older brush to dab in flower centers. Start with a base color like white if your petal color is dark. You can later add greens, yellows, or oranges to bring your flower to life.

Explore Creative Surfaces

Acrylic paint can be used on many surfaces—cardboard, flower pots, wood, fabric, and even seashells. It's a fun, affordable way to personalize gifts or create home décor.

Links to a quick demo of today’s artwork on You Tube

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