Class Description
Sunflowers radiate warmth, joy, and the essence of summer — and in this pastel painting class, you’ll learn how to bring one to life in full bloom! Join me as we explore how to create a striking composition featuring a bold sunflower and a tiny bee, full of character and contrast.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist looking to refresh your botanical skills, this class offers a rewarding challenge and helpful tips you can apply to all your floral paintings.
During the Class You Will Learn:
🌻 How to use the pastels you have on hand to create convincing colours
🍃 How to draw and shade leaves that look lush and layered
🐝 How to paint a realistic bee with just a few well-placed strokes
✂️ What details to leave out for a cleaner, more balanced artwork
Creative Confidence, One Petal at a Time
This class is a great exercise in simplifying without sacrificing realism. We focus on effective colour choices, soft blending techniques, and how to direct the viewer’s attention to key focal points — like that busy little bee!
Build Your Artistic Toolkit
As you follow along, you’ll gain a better understanding of:
✔ Colour substitution for flexibility with your materials
✔ Simplified detail for impact
✔ Composition strategies to make your subject pop
Brighten your day and your art skills — pick up your pastels and let’s paint this cheerful sunflower together!
