Easy tips for painting watercolor roses

Things to NOT Do when Painting Roses

-Don't start with a circle -Don't paint concentric circles

Things to Do 

-Use layers. Adding layers will make your roses look fuller. -Use a thicker watercolor brush

How to Paint Roses

Paint 3 small marks for the center.

How to Paint Roses

Add more water to your brush and use the belly of the brush to create petals.

How to Paint Roses

Make some areas thick and thin.  Make the edges uneven to look more realistic.

How to Paint Roses

Continue adding petals around the center, leaving white space between the petals.

How to Paint Roses

Dilute the paint as you go so that the outer petals are the lightest.

How to Paint Roses

While the paint is wet, add drops of a darker color. This provides depth and interest.

How to Paint Roses

Next, add the leaves. Use the tip of the brush to make the leaves spiky.