Welcome to Watercolor Whimsy – Poppies! I’m so glad you’re here. This one‑hour lesson takes you through my process of creating whimsical mixed‑media poppies—from the colors I use, to building watercolor washes, considering composition, and adding expressive mark‑making that brings your poppies to life.
You’ll find everything you need on this page, including your full supply list and instructional video content. Feel free to work at your own pace, pause as needed, and revisit any section whenever you want. Let’s dive in and start painting poppies with joy, movement, and a touch of watercolor whimsy.
Supplies:
- Grumbacher Watercolor Paper, Cold Press, 6″x6″, 140lb
- Watercolor Round Brushes, Sizes 12, 10, 3
- Paints: Sennelier brand – Cobalt Teal, Ivory Black, Raw Umber, Payne’s Gray, Alizarin Crimson, Venetian Red, Indian Yellow.
- Drawing Tools: White Posca Fine Tip, Micron Black .2, Kuratake Mangaka Opaque Gold, Stabilo All-Pencil, black.
- Ink: Kuratake Black India Ink, permanent, water proof.
- Other: 1/4″ masking tape, clean water, paper towels.