This is one of those tutorials that you can read now, glean some inspiration from, then “pin” so you can frantically go back to it when you realize someone’s birthday is tomorrow and you’re in desperate need of a card. Uh, not that I can personally relate to that situation.
This is one of those projects you’ll make again … and again … and again. Why? Because creating retro painted flowers is easy, fun, and makes you feel like a cool{er} person {than you already are}. If you don’t have acrylic paints, this project alone is with the significantly small investment. Let the brushing begin!
Let’s say you live in a theoretical {or, more likely, real} world in which you want to make something cool, but you only have ten minutes and a drinking straw. Da da duuum! Simple tree art tutorial to the rescue.
Yeah, yeah, I’m on a roll with the nature-inspired art lately. But you *know* you’re ready to make some cool 3D leaves after making spattered watercolor trees last week. Read on to find out how to make a considerably awesome greeting card — or just some neat art to hang on the wall {your call!}.
This is that project that will make convince anyone who thinks s/he cannot create art of the contrary. Making spatter watercolor trees really is fun and super easy! I loved making these trees so much that I’m giving away one of my handmade postcards to you … read details at the end of the post.
Lindsey Bugbee
designer + illustrator + calligrapher
The Postman’s Knock is a blog focused on teaching creative techniques and offering guides to learning modern calligraphy and illustration. I hope you enjoy reading my blog as much as I enjoy writing it!
If you are new to calligraphy, check out the Beginner’s Guide to Modern Calligraphy!
TPK’s starter kit includes all the supplies you need to ensure pointed pen success! Pair it with The Beginner’s Modern Calligraphy Online Course for the ultimate learning experience.
inspiration in your inbox
TPK’s innovative newsletters and tutorials are a regular artistic treat. Join the 125K+ subscribers who have already discovered The Postman’s Knock, and receive 10% off your first Digital Catalog order.
