Create Stunning Flower Art in Just a Few Steps

As you know, I’ve been obsessed with flowers, for, like EVER!

Each bloom tells its own story, every petal a delicate brushstroke in nature's masterpiece. From the vibrant colors to the intoxicating scents, there's something magical about these beauties. Have you ever noticed how a single flower can brighten up a room, or how a field of wildflowers can take your breath away?

It's these little moments of beauty I find so enchanting and inspiring.

Dreamy Papers

To kick things off, I grabbed a wooden canvas, all primed and ready with a splash of gesso. My next step was to go on a treasure hunt through my stash. I absolutely adore letting my paper inspire my artwork and lead it to wonderful places! For this beauty, I dove headfirst into those dreamy, delicate vintage pastels!

With a touch of matte gel and my lovely papers, I created a stunning collage on my canvas. Each piece of paper added a unique color and depth, transforming the blank surface into a vibrant tapestry of creativity. As I layered, a story began to unfold, whispering of dreams and the beauty in everyday moments.

Gorgeous Details

Now the fun begins! I love adding in all the extra little details with stamps and stencils. Each detail adds to the story bringing it together in the most delightful way. The stamps add interest and depth, while the stencils create textures that dance across the page.

Luscious Layers

One technique I love is layering custom tissue paper, which adds incredible depth and visual appeal. I use this on practically all of my work, I just love it so much! Here I painted acrylic roses onto the tissue paper then layered it on the canvas. The delicate layer of tissue adds such beautiful texture while also vanishing, leaving those roses to dance and float around the canvas.

Beautiful Blooms

For ages, I was incredibly uneasy about painting flowers, overwhelmed by their exquisite beauty and perfection. My inner artist screamed for hyper-realistic masterpieces, but I just couldn't capture their perfection.

Then one day I said “self, enough is enough, forget perfection and just do it already!” And you know what? That was the moment everything changed. By tossing out my unrealistic expectations, I unlocked a treasure trove of freedom to explore, create, and blossom. I set off on a new adventure and embraced the delightful chaos and beauty of imperfection. Every mistake turned into an opportunity to grow and learn. Suddenly, it wasn’t about chasing some unattainable goal but enjoying the process and all the surprises along the way. It was refreshing, and ultimately led me to happiness I hadn't imagined possible.

Now whenever doubt creeps in, I remind myself “flowers don't stress about being flawless, they just bloom their best, standing tall and beautiful for all to admire!"

And the results just keep getting better! My floral design for this piece is 100% hand-drawn creation, inspired by the flowers on my paper. This piece turned out to be more than just art; it's a tribute to the timeless elegance of nature and the joy it brings to my life. As I stepped back to admire my work, I felt a sense of satisfaction and joy. The process was both therapeutic and calming, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you. Whether it ends up as a gift or a piece in my own home, I hope this piece brings as much joy to you as it has to me during its creation. I hope it inspires you to find beauty in the small details that often go unnoticed.