15-Minute Painting: Effortless Watercolor

Still Life

Begin painting still lifes by practicing different types of fruit. Feel free to choose local fruits and challenge yourself with assorted shapes and colors.

Supplies

• Watercolor paper (block or secured on board)
• Medium round and flat brushes
• Watercolor paints
• Colors: cerulean and phthalo blue, black lake, burnt sienna, cadmium yellow, aureolin yellow, permanent rose, titanium white
• Palette for mixing paints
• Spray bottle (optional)
• Jar of water
• Tissue or paper towels for cleanup

BLUEBERRIES

STEP 1:

Sketch out some blueberries. They are round, but slightly flat with a crown for a stem.

STEP 2:

Paint the blueberries with ...