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Why Sunflowers Are the Perfect Start
Sunflowers are joyful, dynamic, and forgiving — that’s why they’re ideal for new painters! Oil paint’s richness helps show their lively spirit beautifully.
Get Your Art Tools Ready
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Yellow, orange, brown, green, and white oil paints
- Sturdy small canvas (8×12 inches)
- Flat and filbert brushes
- Palette
- Linseed oil and a small cup of turpentine
Having everything set before starting is a big time-saver!
Step-by-Step Painting Plan
- Sketch the Shape: Quickly draw a circle for the flower center and rough petal outlines around it.
- Background Magic: Brush a soft color — maybe light blue or a beige tone.
- Fill the Center: Use burnt umber or raw sienna to fill the middle, making it rich and textured.
- Golden Petals: Mix lemon yellow with a dab of orange and white. Paint the petals from the base outwards in loose strokes.
- Last Touches: Add lively green leaves and random highlights for a lively feeling.
A Few Extra Tips
- Keep your brush slightly loaded with paint — don’t be shy!
- Work quickly — overthinking kills the fun.
- Let some brushstrokes remain visible to create natural textures.
Like Georgia O’Keeffe once said, “Nobody sees a flower really; it is so small. We haven’t time — and to see takes time.”
Give yourself the time to really see and paint.
Where to Hang Your Sunflower Painting
This kind of sunny artwork lights up hallways, bedrooms, and cozy living spaces. Pair it with wood or rattan furniture for a natural look.
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