plate no. 9846

Mixed flowers in a brown and fawn Jug

watercolor, paperNaturalismflower paintingflowersjugstill lifetablefoliage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering watercolor washes to create depth and form, as well as capturing the texture and detail of various floral elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the jug and the overall arrangement of the flowers.
step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted brown to the background, allowing it to dry completely.
step 03
Begin layering washes of color onto the jug, starting with the lighter tones and gradually building up the darker areas.
step 04
Paint the individual flowers, focusing on capturing their unique shapes and colors. Use a wet-on-wet technique for soft edges.
step 05
Add details to the flowers and leaves, such as veins and highlights, using a fine brush.
step 06
Define the shadows and highlights on the jug and the surrounding objects to create depth.
step 07
Add final touches and refine the details as needed.
step 08
Sign your name.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · alizarin crimson · sap green · cadmium yellow

Mix browns and ochres for the jug, varying the proportions to create different shades. Use crimson and white for pinks, and blue and yellow for greens.

techniques