Adventures in Brush Painting

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Virginia starting a red peony on rice paper

Demonstrating peony at The Villages Workshop in Florida

Step 1: Relax! You're going to have fun! Peonies come in many varieties and different colors and they're all delicious!
Select one or two colors for your flower: Marie's Rose and Rouge Tint work well, or Rose and Carmine. Apply the lighter color diluted to halfway up the brush; apply the darker color more strongly to the tip of your brush.
Tip: use a small, soft brush for the petals. Click here for more info on brushes and colors.

Virginia
Lloyd-Davies

Painting in sumi-e and Chinese brush technique since 1976 in 'splashing ink' style has taught me to appreciate the delights of spontaneity. Just as in life, there is no 'perfection' in painting, but there is much joy. Come join me in this adventure!