Chinese Scholar Tree Flower Painting Tutorial68

The Chinese scholar tree (Sophora japonica) is a deciduous tree native to China and Korea. It is known for its beautiful, fragrant flowers that bloom in the spring. The flowers are typically white, but they can also be pink or purple. The tree is also known for its attractive leaves, which are pinnate and have a glossy surface. The Chinese scholar tree is a popular ornamental tree, and it is often planted in gardens and parks.

In this tutorial, I will show you how to paint a Chinese scholar tree flower. The painting is suitable for beginners, and it can be completed in a few hours.

Materials* Watercolor paper
* Watercolor paints
* Brushes (round, size 0, 2, and 4)
* Pencil
* Eraser
* Water cup
* Palette

Instructions1. Sketch the flower.
* Lightly sketch the outline of the flower using a pencil. The flower should be about 2 inches in diameter.
* Draw five petals around the center of the flower. The petals should be slightly curved and pointed at the tips.
* Draw a small circle in the center of the flower for the pistil.
2. Paint the petals.
* Dip a round brush (size 2) in water and then in white watercolor paint.
* Paint the petals of the flower, starting from the outside and working your way inwards.
* Allow the paint to dry completely.
3. Add details to the petals.
* Dip a round brush (size 0) in water and then in a light purple watercolor paint.
* Paint thin lines along the edges of the petals to add detail.
* Allow the paint to dry completely.
4. Paint the pistil.
* Dip a round brush (size 0) in water and then in yellow watercolor paint.
* Paint the pistil of the flower.
* Allow the paint to dry completely.
5. Add a stem.
* Dip a round brush (size 4) in water and then in green watercolor paint.
* Paint a stem for the flower. The stem should be about 2 inches long.
* Allow the paint to dry completely.
6. Add leaves.
* Dip a round brush (size 2) in water and then in green watercolor paint.
* Paint two leaves on the stem of the flower. The leaves should be about 1 inch long.
* Allow the paint to dry completely.
7. Finishing touches.
* Once the painting is completely dry, you can add finishing touches, such as highlights and shadows.
* To add highlights, dip a round brush (size 0) in water and then in white watercolor paint.
* Paint thin lines along the edges of the petals and leaves to add highlights.
* To add shadows, dip a round brush (size 0) in water and then in a dark gray watercolor paint.
* Paint thin lines around the edges of the petals and leaves to add shadows.
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