Blue monochrome floral

You really can’t go wrong with adding a blue monochrome floral to your collection.
These pieces are timeless and versatile, offering a sense of calm and sophistication
that makes them a perfect addition to any collection.

For me they are a way to warm up before diving into more complex floral paintings, as they
allow you to loosen up and get into the flow of painting without the pressure of multiple colors.

I absolutely love painting these! There’s something so relaxing and rewarding about working
with just one color, letting the focus shift entirely to the interplay of light and shadow,
and the organic shapes of the flowers themselves. To create a sense of depth and dimension,
one of my favorite techniques is to add a second layer using more concentrated ink.
This subtle yet impactful step makes the darker areas richer and gives the piece a more layered look.

When creating monochrome florals, I typically reach for a Payne’s Grey blue.
It’s such a versatile and beautiful shade, balancing between the softness of grey and the richness of blue.
It’s perfect for capturing the delicate forms and textures of petals and leaves while maintaining a cohesive palette.

Painting video of a blue monochrome watercolor floral