So You Think You Can't Draw Flowers?

[@deirdrelewis1454]

I love the peony…those and roses have eluded me for YEARS! I’m saving this so I can practise.

[@KristyRice]

Awesome!

[@deirdrelewis1454]

Dearest Kristy, I am 74 years old. I started skehi

[@deirdrelewis1454]

Sorry…senior moment! I started sketching and painting a few years ago and have turned out some OK bits and pieces. When I first encountered your tutorials, I thought I would never be able to do anything like what you do. I have managed to sketch and paint most of these examples, even the sweet peas! I can’t thank you enough. You are an absolute inspiration to those of us who have little talent but really wish we had more.

[@boyinblue.]

Peony flowers are my go to for any art work that I add flowers to, normally it's portraits of my own pets that I like to add roses and peonies.

[@pawendel829]

This makes the peonies and Rose's finally make sense to me. Thank you!

[@suzanneevans5942]

I use to make cards by turning older cards into a stencil Shading the back side with pencil and then going over with pen and colors. Now I am working on furniture, and I believe I can paint on my peices as opposed to the price of transfers. Brushing up on my techniques. This is an awesome teaching source. Thanks.

[@madelinegrudens]

You're the watercolor whisperer! Talking us through our art therapy... Seriously this is such a great way to approach a composition by laying out basic shapes until you have something you like and then going in with the details after you're satisfied. Excellent tutorial!!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@KristyRice]

Oh gosh, you are just the sweetest :)

[@karendirmish2696]

As usual I learned so much! Sketching and then adding color! The magical use of your pallet! I’m learning so much from your gentle teaching! I want to find metal color boxes! Thanks 🙏 Karen

[@KristyRice]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@gretchendavey4746]

I like the dogwood-looking flower.

[@clemmyw.1967]

Been a hugeeee fan of Peony, it's my ultimate fave flower and yet never did i think it was possible to draw one given the seemingly endless layers of its petals, but your sketching steps are much easier to follow than i had expected.

[@KristyRice]

Well now you just have to try it!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

I think this is one of my favorite tutorials on flowers…I really love all the shape help!!

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad!

[@elliotlee8628]

Thank you so much for your passion for watercolor and teaching. Just drew my first composition in 40 years after a lifelong of thinking I could not draw! I have been practicing watercolor for a month now and am getting better meaning more comfortable! So fun!

[@KristyRice]

Wonderful!

[@KeepBeautyReal1]

You are so magical! I am learning so much. I personally LOVE adding the detail...even though sometimes it can be intimidating, it's when the blob becomes the actual THING and it's really satisfying to see the transformation. This is a wonderful video breaking down a more detailed view of these flowers--but I also love watching you paint and seeing you balance detail with whimsy and FUN.

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad!

[@wa9ilaidk43]

im moroccan, yet the way you talk is so comforting, as if im listening to the american version of my mother haha. Thank you for this tutorial!!!

[@KristyRice]

Oh my goodness you’re so sweet!

[@karenmorris2913]

Thank you Kristy. Another great, helpful video. My problem with sketching is that I can never get the proper angle. I’m not sketching along with this video but I’m going to my art room and watch this again and follow along. Hopefully with your great instruction, I’ll improve!

[@KristyRice]

You will improve because your commit the time and passion! I’m happy to help you along!

[@BarbaraEMarshallCampbell]

Think I'll do the same.

[@nancysievert9312]

@@Vlogwithpenlnear gdearh experiences

[@UsernamedJory]

OMG, some days I love the algorithm gods … I just discovered your channel & love it ! Much needed inspiration… thanks!

[@sandrabrown4376]

Thank you Kristy for another fabulous tutorial that inspires us. Your breakdown of the flower shapes is super helpful, I’m inspired 🌟

[@KristyRice]

I’m sooo glad!!

[@cheryltanner1868]

I wanted to learn to watercolor, so my husband bought me the supplies for my birthday. Then I felt intimidated by the process. I'm so glad I found you. You make it look like fun and not a demanding, exacting art. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I can hardly wait to get started with my new hobby!

[@KristyRice]

Wonderful husband and I’m so glad you’re here!!!

[@debmarie55]

Parts of the stamen: long skinny part is the filament, and the oval at the end is the anther. Within the anther is the pollen sacs. The stamen is the male reproductive part of the flower. I love this video. I always say I can paint better than I sketch; however, maybe I really can sketch!

[@KristyRice]

Ahhh perfect! Now I just need to remember those parts, lol! And yes you can sketch!!

[@rohidhasmvm6007]

peony is my favorite flower😊 it is the perfect flower for vintage.

[@KristyRice]

I agree!

[@yellowrose9355]

My dear you have saved my sanity! A thousand thanks for applying "simple shapes" to plants. The softness of their beautIful forms are confusing to me. I'm loving your brush set!

[@KristyRice]

So glad to hear it helped!

[@gauribhatt9603]

Beautiful illustrations… loved it.. very helpful… thank you

[@KristyRice]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SarahRenaeClark]

This was such a great video! Easy to follow, and enjoyable to draw along! You have a soothing voice and wonderful approach to teaching 😊

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much!

[@lisamccort6777]

I love these type of videos sketching, line art and watercolor. Keep them coming we can only improve. Thank you so much for taking the time to provide such wonderful tutorials. Hugs to you Kristy.

[@KristyRice]

Thank you! Will do!

[@artforfun101]

This is the motivation i was seeking to... thank you, dear sister.

[@KristyRice]

You are so welcome

[@twilightmoon311]

Thank you!! Flowers always looked scary to draw. Definitely enjoyed sketching these out! I learned that i really need to loosen my hands/wrist. Just let it flow~~

[@michaelanncarlson1440]

Sketching with and loving it! Thanks for the guidance and inspiration!❤🖖

[@KristyRice]

You are so welcome!

[@No.name_XD]

Thanks for saying that, I wanted everything to be always perfect and if it wasn't I got really frustrated but now I first look from an different Angle before getting upset. Thanks for your help

[@KristyRice]

You are welcome!

[@Rileygirl746]

Well no wonder I could never paint a peony or Daisy. I never realized the petals go in different directions around the center. I was so, so , so frustrated but now am so encouraged to run to my paper and watercolor paints. Awesome. Thank you.

[@KristyRice]

Oooh I’m so glad to hear it!!!

[@nancyterry9725]

I have spent almost three hours hunyting you Pantheon into. I love watching you creat!

[@KristyRice]

Currently my Patreon page is not active :)

[@tracyswan3419]

I loved the anemone but the colour on the peony is beautiful. Makes me want to grab my brushes and get painting. I have a pastel watercolour set that gives a similar look. Gorgeous !

[@KristyRice]

Then go go!! XO

[@theresaavery4670]

Thank you for breaking this down so simply (?) I am trying out the vintage styles and this is a supreme help! Love, love, love!!

[@chase4326]

You are such a good artist. I first discovered you on craftsy and I'm glad I found you here on KZbin. I've been an artist my entire life and I am 54 years old. But it doesn't matter how long you've been an artist, you can always learn from others new techniques. I love to watch other artists and learn from them different things. I enjoy your very positive and happy videos. Thank you very much!

[@KristyRice]

Thanks for sharing!

[@littlefarm1229]

Since I don’t see it in the comments yet, the dots at the ends of the stamens are the anthers that open to release pollen. Love this breakdown of shapes!

[@pamelaburke9250]

So I tried sketching a peony with a mechanical pencil as you suggested and then painted with your dagger and Mozart wc. Not bad! I can’t believe the result and I am so happy! No…joyful! I have watched this video several times and feel much more easy about it. Your Joyful book is so helpful as well as referring to the Flower book. Looking forward to receiving your palette because who could resist that beautiful tin and quality watercolors! I have resisted trying watercolor for so long! But your videos, books and brushes have helped me gain confidence. Thank you!

[@KristyRice]

Oh my goodness, you are too sweet :)

[@soulsearchmedia]

I love how you believe we can really do all these things... it is super encouraging.

[@KristyRice]

I do believe!!

[@lSheena]

I have avoided drawing flowers for ages because I was scared but this tutorial really helped me to get those shapes!

[@Globalsoul2011]

Great video and narration to draw these beautiful flowers! Thumb up for your amazing work!

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much 😀

[@brenda33181bs]

In another video I stated that you should put the words Beginner and /or easy in your thumbnail. I forgot to say that those words should be the first word in the title of your video. Just trying to be helpful. It's also helpful to be able to see the reference photo while you're demonstrating. Or you could start beginner classes. I don't see many watercolor tutorials that address the beginner. Because it's mostly beginners who watch. I would love to do a watercolor classes from the very beginning , step by step.

[@PeriLee-k6n]

You are an excellent teacher! Awesome attention to detail. I truly enjoy listening and watching your videos. Your passionate, with a true sincere desire to help viewers become better artists. I've watched other videos to help me with flowers, but this video by far has improved my flower sketches than all the other videos put together. Thank you!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@catmeow333]

This was so helpful ! I slowed the video speed and followed along. The directional arrows were a revelation. Something that simple changed my drawing.

[@KristyRice]

Glad it helped!

[@cathyhaynes2700]

BOOP! I do think the dogwood is my favorite in this painting. Thanks Kristy!

[@KristyRice]

Thank YOU!

[@RenaMiller-u1v]

Love them all with the light paints

[@KristyRice]

Thanks!

[@heatherrobbins3396]

Thank again for the inspiration. Just moved into a new apartment and have turned the dining room into a complete art studio. It’s been several weeks since I painted and this video is just what I needed.

[@KristyRice]

Oh wow! That’s the best use of a dining room I’ve ever heard of!!

[@tawandatracee8327]

Just found your channel and I think You are a GR8 teacher and I certainly will benefit, THANKU, I'll tune in more soon. THANK U

[@KristyRice]

Thanks so so much!

[@Sundies_Art]

Yes, that blue green is amazing!! So inspiring and "keeping it simple"...at least you make it seem so. Lots of practice for me to get anywhere near this level. Super helpful though. Thank you so much.

[@KristyRice]

Thank you and you’re welcome!!

[@BarbaraEMarshallCampbell]

Amazing instruction. Love your artistic creations.

[@KristyRice]

Thanks so much 😊

[@job3687]

Yes!!! But I love the whole video!!!!!! I ordered your brushes, were in my PO on Sat, but had to wait til Mon to to go pick it up. Amazon uses boxes too big to fit in my mail box, here it is Tues already, and still anxious to get them out to try. But before I do, I'm going through your sketching video on flowers. I'm almost ready !!!

[@KristyRice]

Wahooo!!!

[@suegeew9727]

I think you're the first person that really makes me want to learn to sketch/draw. I paint daily but am stuck at a fifth grade level despite being in my sixth decade. I have drawing supplies so time to play. Thank you!

[@elizabethexley5190]

Love the triangle twist tip. Thanks

[@KristyRice]

You are so welcome!

[@cherylsateriale9967]

I love this. I plan on bringing my pens and paints on vacation so I can relax while I draw these flowers. You make it seem so simple! Love them all but especially the anemone.

[@KristyRice]

Thank you!

[@kirstynewbery8012]

I do love those blue green dog woods!

[@Rebeccacell]

Best, easiest sketching tutorial for flowers I’ve ever seen! Thank you

[@KristyRice]

You’re welcome!

[@suewilson9553]

Kristy, they are all amazing!!!!! My favorite has to be sweet peas, as they have always been my favorite flower!!!! Thank you for all you do!!!!

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much!

[@marymasten1596]

BEAUTIFUL, TALENTED, ORIGINAL, GORGEOUS, AMAZING, GORGEOUS, I LOVE TO WATCH YOU. I MUST PRACTICE...Thank you!

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much!

[@PaperToPetals]

Wow loving all your videos! You're a great teacher! I'm so glad I found your channel! Peony and Sweet Peas and all the leaves!

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much!

[@Rebeccajanuary]

I just adore the cone flower. It is my absolute favorite. So happy you shared a technique to and instruction to sketch it. So relaxing. I enjoy your videos and learn so much. Thank you.

[@KristyRice]

You’re welcome!

[@TreenaArmitage-x9g]

This was probably one of my most fav. tutorials of yours. Completely thrilled with what I created!

[@KristyRice]

I'm so glad to hear that!

[@montieverett4983]

This is the best tutorial I’ve seen in ages! Thank you so much! This pallet is fantastic.

[@KristyRice]

So kind of you to say! Thank you!

[@nancyenjay7966]

Just had a chance to watch this video and I'm blown away. SO MUCH INFORMATION!! I am so grateful for these in depth videos and just wanted you to know how much you're appreciated. I know this one will be watched over and over as I practice my sketching. Thank you :)

[@KristyRice]

Oh I appreciate this so much!! I’m so glad this is helpful to you!!

[@Merzui-kg8ds]

perspective and proportion I find difficult. Many art teachers teach it, but go very fast in explanation and then assume the student instantly: a. gets it, and b. can apply the understanding to every piece of art. I wish there was an entire video demonstrating perspective over and over in various painting scenes: landscapes, street scenes, flowers up close, gardens at mid-range, etc.

[@kathlynsteinman3599]

They're all beautiful! Including the wheat.

[@julienotsmith7068]

I really appreciate your pep talks.

[@KristyRice]

I’m glad! Thanks for letting me know

[@marshahostetler]

I really enjoy your videos. I am an artist but I put so much pressure on myself I stopped because I did not enjoy it anymore, but you are helping me to get back into it. Love and light to you and family

[@KristyRice]

So glad to have you here :)

[@Horsewoman-pt2ku]

I got your brush set today. They look great. Now to do the test. Paint!!

[@KristyRice]

Yay! Thank you!

[@jodycourt]

Love the sketching of flowers. How can I choose a favorite? They all are beautiful and all in their season are my favorites! This will be my Sunday project today. I love what you do, Kristy. Thank you.

[@KristyRice]

Glad to hear it! XO

[@bethautrey9634]

Just getting back into my beginner mode of watercolor and found you. What an inspiration you are! Thank you so much! You have a great personality. You are the kind of person I would want to hang out with! I love the dogwood and anemone. Thanks again!

[@flowerpicklelakechair1313]

How! You just gotta be good at art. Any art is stressing for me! I have no idea how to follow along

[@flowerpicklelakechair1313]

Yours was PERFECT from the start. Mine looked like a dump

[@flowerpicklelakechair1313]

I was so excited to start this. Turned out to be one of the most stressing videos on YT I have watched. I am not saying the creator is a bad teacher or whatever but the “not stressful” part was fake for me

[@KristyRice]

Oh goodness well that is a bummer to hear for sure. We each are our own people and we come with our own experiences. I’ll stand behind the title of my video in that I presented a stress less way to approach sketching but that doesn’t mean it will work for everyone sadly. Maybe give this one a try? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jISWpJ6FnqiNg9U

[@Bindismom]

Lovely! Love the Pallet you chose.

[@KristyRice]

Thanks!

[@emilydeaton1169]

Ooh, I love this! I always am trying to break things down into simple shapes, so this is super helpful!

[@KristyRice]

Glad to hear it!

[@barbarasmith73]

I love you Friend! I’m so sketch phobic, but I’m getting it, slowly thanks for sure. Will let you know when I’ve completed them which one is my favorite. :)

[@KristyRice]

Please let me know!!! Sketch phobic, I feel that sooo much!

[@victoriajane2468]

This tutorial is AMAZING! Thank you so much for breaking down sketching-I have always been terrified of drawing and sketching but love to paint. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@KristyRice]

No fear! Pencils and paper, get it! 😘

[@auram.moreno5374]

Thank you Kristy! Yes, yes! Love it!

[@KristyRice]

You are so welcome!

[@keepm3inurheart]

Mahalo for such a chillaxin vid! I liked how you simplified things and talked us detail drawers off the ledge with your reminders, just what I needed! I loved the watercolor palette too. Aloha from Kauai 🌺

[@KristyRice]

You’re welcome!

[@penelope5534]

Really helpful when you break it down like this. Thank you.

[@KristyRice]

Glad to hear it!!

[@MultiMartina12]

What a great course you created. I jumped right in with the peony. I will draw the others too. It’s such a great learning experience. Thank you, Kristy❤️

[@KristyRice]

I’m so glad you found this helpful!!

[@susanstark6655]

Thank you for your videos. Your voice and the pace and length are just right for me. Cute encouraging and perfectly broken down into bits where one can overcome their fear and dare to attempt.

[@KristyRice]

Oh I appreciate this feedback so much! I’m always trying to find better ways to present the info!

[@marytesta3003]

I always enjoy doing drawing with your video and watch them multiple times. You're so enjoyable and don't feel frustrated. I love them all but the Coneflower always look so cute. And I have always enjoyed your leaves. The greens and blues are just warm fuzzy to me. Lovely paint colors. You are such a great teacher❤ Thank you!

[@KristyRice]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MariaNyceDesigns]

Love the peony & the dogwood flowers, so lovely! Thanks so much for sharing your talent with us!!! Blessings!!!

[@sanpls]

So beautiful and lovely tutorial.

[@sabinelloyd8532]

This is so inspirational thank you for your clear instructions

[@KristyRice]

Oh gosh, you are so welcome!! :)

[@morelle3292]

I love all things peony - so that is my fave! Thanks for all the instruction and motivation. 😊

[@KristyRice]

😘😘

[@raelynnreffruschinni8802]

I like the dogwoods best and the brown on the leaf of the anemone.

[@GriffithsJacqueline]

Cone flower is my favourite. Great video. Thank you very much.

[@KristyRice]

My pleasure :)

[@MisoSanSoup]

This was just SO helpful! I'm mainly a digital character artist but I want to expand on my art by learning more nature elements. And of course, Flowers are so pretty if they're added to anything!

[@KristyRice]

Yay!! It’s so funny, I’ve been challenging myself to develop my own characters this year!! Thanks for watching!

[@MisoSanSoup]

@@KristyRice best of luck! 💖

[@janiebrewer5159]

The corn flour just my kind of flour Thanks for sharing.

[@KristyRice]

You bet!

[@bridgetanne8242]

I was thinking about using pen. Thanks for demonstrating it.

[@KristyRice]

You bet!

[@bettydohms2002]

Love your flowers and am so inspired to do some drawing and painting this weekend! Thank you!

[@annagray6491]

I love it all! Can’t decide which I like best!

[@KristyRice]

Thanks!!

[@chalisewatson4201]

I have watched a lot of your videos and love them, but this is my favorite. 🥰 soooooo lovely. I am really excited to try all of these!!! I painted your lemon and kumquat idea and it's brought me so much joy!!! It's so beautiful. Thank you for bringing me so much joy in my SELF! 🤩🥰😘😘😘

[@KristyRice]

Thank you for sharing. Means the world to know you’ve found joy in this process!

[@darlenemacdougall2268]

They are all so beautiful, I can’t decide. Thank you

[@KristyRice]

Aww thanks so much!

[@rainonyourback4821]

You've just asked what my concerns while watching are. And I just realized I had one! I think I'm pretty détail oriented, I can draw one petal by itself fine I think. But it's how the shapes of each element relate to each other - how the whole works together that stumps me.... In flowers and other things.

[@KristyRice]

So this sounds like a question of how to develop a composition… Am I in the right track? If so watch this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpuVq3xmdp6Jjck

[@appleknocker56]

Seems I can paint w a brush (names & cursive writing) better than if I pick up a pencil & end up with unrecognizable anything but still not giving up but reason why love your water color books!

[@griffmic10]

Each time I watch one of your videos, I learn. I am inspired to try. This one was no exception! Thank you, Kristy!! ❤️🤗🤗🤗

[@MiauxCatterie]

this is the first time i've seen your channel. i've always wanted to learn how to draw and paint so the things in my head can be expressed in the physical better. your instruction was so kind and encouraging and simple, thank you. i'm going to feel more confident now and i'm excited to see what else you have on here.

[@KristyRice]

Welcome welcome!!

[@hyenyoon]

This video is so soothing and beautiful - Bob Ross vibes honestly. Instant subscribe

[@sallyreff2574]

Love this! The triangle tip is great! Heads up on Dogwood- it only has 4 petals. The Dogwood represents a cross & was the tree used for the crucifixion of Christ. After the crucifixion God stated the Dogwood would never be a large tree to be used for crucifixion- hence it's a petite tree.

[@KristyRice]

Ahh love this Dogwood story!! My Dogwood-like flower is pure imagination!! Love love knowing this!

[@meredithwolfe2360]

hi I've just found your chanell & what a gem...thank you for your encouragement and belief I appreciate it...the flowers are gorgeous & I love a soft vintage colour palette, alot of time with other artists the colour palette makes the flowers look like they belong on Mars or an acid trip haha I look forward to seeing more videos like this one thanks

[@KristyRice]

Thank you!!!

[@patriciacarlson4206]

Awesome sauce! You done good. Enjoyed the approach you took to the sketches. No favorite, they are all spectacular in their own way. Thank you so much for filming this. And the colors are yummy!

[@KristyRice]

Aww thanks so much!!

[@NatalieBramasole]

Thank you so much for this video. Awesome, i can't draw flowers and now you gave such a great explanation. I will trey it for sure. Thanks again

[@Jendollla]

I love all of them but I'm leaning towards the sweetpea. I have some outside that I might clip and try a painting

[@KristyRice]

Oohhh yes do it!!

[@bettybetty890]

yes, great exhibit! Thank you so much.

[@KristyRice]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@margueritecampese5939]

Thank you for your demos. You explain things very well and I wish we had the technology like this when I was younger. I enjoy watching you... Thank you.

[@KristyRice]

Glad you like them!

[@dianedoherty9408]

Those colors are gorgeous!! I really needed this video today

[@KristyRice]

Oh yay!!

[@pearceingcreations8544]

I absolutely love this!!! your way of explaining things is perfect for boosting confidence...you make me feel like I can do it and I'm excited to try!!!