How to draw flowers lessons from Lee Hammond

Flowers are an integral part of our culture. Think of the times you’ve used them in your life–in weddings for the bouquet or boutonnière, and on more somber occasions, in funerals to decorate the parlor and cemetery. Of course, there are all the everyday moments in between as well, when we might pause to look at the flowers at our local market, on a neighborhood walk, or, at my house, on a table, where I try to keep a few stems to bring a little extra beauty to the space. So it comes as no surprise that flora and fauna are such popular subjects for paintings and drawings. Flowers offer you an endless variety of color, from the deep red of crimson blush roses to the soft white of a calla lily. And, they’re accessible a trip to just about any grocery store can provide not only your milk and eggs, but also an affordable subject for your next artwork. A small bouquet to serve as your setup to draw roses costs less than a meal in some places. |