Lotus, with its elegant charm and the fresh texture of lotus leaves, has long inspired the creative enthusiasm of countless painters. Today, through this tutorial, we will take a step by step to uncover the mystery of using acrylic paintings to depict delicate lotus flowers.

First, prepare the canvas and acrylic paint. The tools we need are simple and traditional, but the expressive force of acrylic paintings can be very varied and can capture the delicate beauty of lotus flowers. Before you start painting, you must conceive the layout of the whole painting and grasp the posture of the lotus as a whole.

Make a preliminary foundation and outline

Next, using a light grey or light yellow acrylic color, first trace the general shape of the lotus flower and the lotus leaf. Not much detail is needed at this point, just a rough location of the lotus and lotus leaves, and the space they occupy in the canvas. Remember, the composition should be harmonious, and the picture should leave room for breathing, which is the common feature of all flower paintings.

Color phase, layer rendering

Then, we can start coloring. The color of lotus leaves is usually green, but pay attention to the change, you can add a little yellow or blue to the green, to bring level and charm to the picture. The color of the lotus is generally soft, the commonly used color is pink, white, light yellow, etc., according to the actual color of the lotus. When painting, use a brush of different sizes, both to trace the thick part of the lotus leaf, but also to work on the edges and transitions with a fine pen.

In fine detail, paint the petals

Once the basic colors have been laid down, it is time to paint the petals carefully. Lotus petals overlap and soft, we need to carefully observe and accurately express its texture and layers. Use a pen with a smaller round tip to gently draw the outline of each petal, pay attention to the changes in light and shadow between petals, and use light and dark contrast to express the three-dimensional sense of petals.

Pay attention to details, enrich the picture

Then comes the most patient part -- the details. We have to be meticulous about every part of the lotus, whether it is the texture on the petals, the details of the flower heart, or the toughness of the flower stem. Here you can use a thinner brush, add light shadows and some subtle highlights to bring the picture to life.

Finally complete, draw the stem

Finally, we'll draw the stem that holds this delicate lotus. The unique green color of the flower stems is distinguished from the lotus leaves, which are mostly dark green and tend to be smooth and glossy in texture. When painting the flower stem, pay attention to its relationship with the water and its reflection in the water, which will make the whole picture more natural and vivid.

After completing these steps, the delicate lotus of the entire painting should be revealed. Finally, don't forget to take a step back and examine the entire piece to see if any final adjustments are needed. Perhaps it is to add a few subtle background strokes in a corner, or to add a touch of light on the water droplets to increase the expressiveness of the entire work.

Lotus acrylic painting is not only a process of artistic creation, but also a dialogue between the heart and nature. In this process, every step is immersed in the enjoyment of the exquisite beauty of nature. Whenever you finish a piece of work, you will find that whether it is as an acrylic painting lover or an art creator, your soul has been a beautiful baptism.