How to Draw & Paint Flowers in Line and Wash: A Beginner-Friendly Guide

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Love the look of line and wash florals but not sure where to start? Want to confidently draw and paint different types of flowers to use in your artwork? Wondering how to balance expressive ink lines with soft watercolor washes for a stunning effect?


Ink drawing and watercolor washes complement each other beautifully. 

By combining these two art mediums, you're able to capture both the structure and the fluidity of flowers in a way that feels both effortless and dynamic. 


In this series of step-by-step video tutorials, I’ll guide you through drawing and painting a variety of flowers using pen and watercolor.

We start by practicing individual flowers, learning key techniques to balance line work with soft washes, and then bring everything together in a beautiful floral bouquet.

Whether you're new to line and wash or looking to refine your skills, these tutorials will help you build confidence and develop your own unique approach to floral art.


Grab your sketchbook, ink pen, and watercolors, and let’s get started!



Video 1

In the first class, I teach you how to draw Daisies, Morning Glories and Peonies using simple shapes. We practice drawing these three flowers from different perspectives in our sketchbooks using graphite pencils before taking our skills to watercolor paper, permanent ink and watercolor. 
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Line and wash flower studies. Daisies, Morning Glories and Peonies.

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​Video 2

In the second class, I teach you how to draw Tulips, Daffodils and Orchids using simple shapes. We practice drawing these three flowers from different perspectives in our sketchbooks using graphite pencils before taking our skills to watercolor paper, permanent ink and watercolor. 
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Line and wash flower studies. Tulips, Daffodils, and Orchids.

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Video 3

In the third class, we bring everything together to draw and paint a full bouquet. I share must-know information on composition that will help you achieve harmonious, well-balanced results. ​

Line and wash bouquet with Orchids, Tulips, Peonies, Morning Glories and Daisies.

Recommended Supplies:
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UniPin Fineliner Drawing Pens Set of 6

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Arches Hot Pressed Watercolor Paper 9x12"

Faber-Castell 9000 Drawing Pencil Set of 6

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Strathmore 9x12" Sketchbook Wirebound

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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor Tubes

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Faber-Castell Dust-Free Soft Graphite Eraser

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For a full list of my favorite art supplies, go here. ​


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I hope you enjoyed this series of tutorials and learned tips that you can take to future line and wash florals.

If you have any questions, make sure to leave them below. 

Enjoy your art practice! 


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