Step-by-Step Watercolor Orchid Painting Tutorial: Creating Depth and Shadows

In this video, I take you through the process of painting white orchids on canvas using watercolor techniques. You'll learn how to create backgrounds, add shadows, mix colors like phthalo blue turquoise, quinacridone magenta, and nickel azo yellow, and bring life to your orchid petals. I'll show you how to create soft edges, manage wet-on-wet techniques, and add details with a fine rigger brush. Plus, I'll explain the importance of balancing light and dark for a realistic, engaging composition.

If you have any questions about the process, feel free to email me at artofvalerieenglehart@gmail.com – I'm happy to help!

00:00 Starting the Orchid Painting

01:30 Creating Shadows and Depth

02:58 Adding Color Variations

06:56 Detailing the Petals

11:10 Working on the Background

17:45 Final Touches and Highlights

30:15 Adding Fine Details

41:40 Review and Final Adjustments