The photograph.
The set-up. I do a good copy of the photograph on glossy photo paper, and then I do another one on thin regular printer paper to use for transferring the image onto the board. I traced the bitmap in CorelDraw to simplify the drawing. I like watercolour paint. It’s so clear and bright.
The painting, so far. I like it. It’s only about 7” square. Most of the rest of the background is going to be dark green and dark grey.
I started the black background. I think the flower needs more definition.
The flower, and the paint.
The inspiration photograph and the watercolour. I added some white to the lower petals to see if I liked it. It adds more detail to the texture of the petals, so I think I’ll add a bit more. The middle of the flower still needs work.
I added some acrylic paint on top of the watercolour to add a few details. I like the leaves and the dark background.
I did some acrylic highlights on top of the watercolour. Not sure it’s finished yet. It might need some more white. I like the leaves the way they are though.