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How to Paint Tulips - Relaxed Art Tutorial

Tutor: Rachel Moore, print artist

Tulips are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Celebrate their arrival with printmaker and artist Rachel as she shows you how to illustrate their delicate, understated beauty.

This beginner painting tutorial invites you to explore painting flowers at your own pace, as Rachel paints tulips using watercolours, acrylics and wax crayons. She encourages a relaxed, exploratory approach to tulip painting, making this flower painting tutorial ideal for anyone looking to slow down and enjoy a creative moment inspired by spring.

Preparation

Prepare your materials and find a sturdy table or floor to work on.

Video time

30 minutes

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  • Thick Paper - from a sketch book, cartridge paper, card, watercolour paper, lining paper or the back of wallpaper will work well. You can also use good quality paper packaging from your recycling bin
  • Sketching pencils (2B, 4B, 6B)
  • Acrylic paint or watercolours
  • Black ink pen
  • Wax crayon
  • Medium sized and large paint brush
  • Two water pots

The idea isn’t to buy lots of new equipment but to use what you have!

Painting Poppies Tutorial

If you enjoyed this session, join printmaker and artist Rachel Moore for her painting poppies tutorial using different art techniques to create bold, expressive flower paintings.

Main Image: a beautiful mixed media poppies painting, with vibrant red and pink flowers and green stems and grass.