Before the Storm

Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the plants, field, and sky.

Apply a light wash of grey to the sky, creating a cloudy effect.

Paint the background field with a muted green, using vertical strokes to suggest grass.

Add darker green to the foreground plants, defining their shapes and adding details.

Paint the red flower heads with a mix of red and brown, adding highlights for dimension.

Add a small bird in the sky using a fine brush.

Refine the details and add any final touches to the composition.