Vibrant Floral Patterns with Watercolors

Meet Anna Lau, see how she started painting floral compositions with watercolors, and where her painting journey has taken her so far. Discover where she finds inspiration and see the artists she admires before getting a summary of what is taught in the course.

Get started with Anna’s recommendations on the best materials for your project and how to use them. Learn some basic watercolor techniques such as wet on wet, and then look for inspiration for your project with Anna’s guidance. Finish the second unit by experimenting with colors and composing your color palette according to the feeling you want to express.

Sketch out some compositional ideas to use as a guide and paint the flowers and leaves for your pattern. Once you have the groundwork done, start painting your final piece using Anna’s step-by-step method.

Next, it’s time to take your watercolor illustration to a digital format. Start by learning the best way to scan your artwork and how to adjust your design in Photoshop so it’s ready to print. Finally, see how to apply your illustrations to a series of products including phone cases, stationery, and more.