Mum Flower Painting Workshop
Paint a colorful mum flower inspired by the art and style of groundbreaking 19th-century artist Édouard Manet.
In this step-by-step acrylic painting workshop, Ashley will guide you through creating your own colorful mum flower while exploring some of the techniques and ideas found in Manet's paintings.
You'll learn how to paint layered flower petals, mix beautiful autumn-inspired colors, create dimension with light and shadow, and use expressive brushstrokes to bring your mum and background to life.
What You'll Learn
- How to paint a colorful mum flower
- How to mix the colors used in the painting
- How to create dimension with layers of petals
- How to use light and shadow to give your flower depth
- How to create an interesting background using color and texture
- How to layer acrylic paint to build color and texture
- How to use loose, expressive brushstrokes in a floral painting
- About Édouard Manet and his approach to painting
Make It Your Own
Your painting doesn't have to look exactly like Ashley's.
Follow along step by step, or use what you learn to experiment with your own colors, textures, brushstrokes, and creative choices. Change the colors of your flower, create your own background, add your own details, or let the painting evolve as you work.
Learning to paint is also learning to trust your own creativity.
Your Workshop Includes
- 🎨 Full Step-by-Step Workshop Video — Paint along with Ashley from beginning to end.
- 🖼️ Printable Reference Photo — Keep the finished painting nearby as you work.
- ✏️ Printable Traceable — Get started with confidence without worrying about drawing the flower perfectly.
- 🎨 Color-Mixing Lesson — Learn how to mix the colors used in the painting.
- 🖌️ Art Lesson — Learn the painting concepts and techniques behind the project.
- 📋 Supply List — Know exactly what you'll need before you begin.
- 📖 Step-by-Step Written Instructions — Have a guide to refer back to as you paint.
- 💬 Project Discussion — Explore the painting and the creative choices behind it.
- 🎨 Bonus Mini Art Lesson — Learn about Édouard Manet and his approach to painting.
Workshop Details
Format: Downloadable PDF + Online Workshop Video
Video Length: 60+ minutes
Skill Level: Beginner
Recommended Age: 12+
Language: English
Access: Paint at your own pace and return to the workshop whenever you like.
Ready to Paint?
Grab your paints, settle in, and let's create something beautiful together.
