Water lily
An aquatic flower generally found with white, purple, or pink petals, the water lily has a recognizable appearance, and the hardier varieties of the species can bloom year-round. In natural habitats, the large blooms create shade for fish while serving as perches for frogs and dragonflies alike.
How to Paint a Water Lily
The water lily is painted with a variety of strokes, giving it multiple textures within this one magical flower. The color bleeds are so prominent in this flower—with the purple and the pink and the pink with the green. Pay close attention to your water-to-paint ratios so one color does not completely overpower ...
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