5 Easy Flowers You Can Paint with Just One Brush

July 7, 2025

Want to paint beautiful, soft florals without switching between five different brushes?

Good news: you only need one.

With the right technique (and the right tool), you can paint an entire garden using just one brush — the wedge brush.

In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to use the wedge brush to paint 5 gorgeous flowers: Tulip, Daisy, Rose, Lavender, and Hibiscus.

Perfect for beginners, this guide teaches you how to master floral brush control, pressure techniques, and colour layering — all with a single tool.

Let’s dive in.

Why the Wedge Brush Works for Florals

The wedge brush is one of the most versatile shapes in your toolkit. Its angled edge gives you:

✔ Sharp petal points

✔ Smooth pressure transitions

✔ Thin lines and bold strokes — depending on how you hold it

Whether you're painting delicate petals or bold florals, the wedge gives you both precision and flow.

Let’s walk through five flower tutorials — all beginner-friendly — using only this one brush.

1. Tulip: Soft, Simple, and Elegant

Start by holding your brush vertically.

Begin with the center petal—press and pull upward in a curved stroke.
Then, repeat that press-and-drag motion on either side for the outer petals.
Leave small gaps between petals to create a natural, layered feel.
Use the edge of the brush to pull a green stem below.

Pro Tip: Don’t try to make it perfect—those gaps give your flower breathing room. Practice on scrap paper to get the pressure and curve just right.

2. Daisy: Bright and Cheerful with a Delicate Touch

This flower is all about control and rhythm.

Paint a yellow or brown center first.

Using just the tip of your wedge brush, pull out long skinny petals from the center in a circular motion (about 10–12 strokes).
Add a short green stem and a single leaf.

Bonus: This one looks amazing in white gouache on black paper!

Pro Tip: Too chunky? Use less paint and lighter pressure. Keep a light hand — daisy petals are long and delicate.

3. Rose: Layered Beauty Using “Comma” Strokes

The rose is all about layering and brush angle.

Steps:

Start with small curved strokes for the inner petals.
Use “comma” shapes, following a half-moon arc.
Then build the outer petals using larger, looser strokes at an angle.

Pro Tip: Leave small gaps between petals — it adds natural depth and realism.

4. Lavender: A Two-Step Blooming Effect

This one’s a bit different—and really fun. Soft, soothing, and made with dabbing motions.

Lightly spray water onto your paper.
Dab purple paint with the tip of the wedge brush to let it scatter and bloom on the wet surface.
Let it dry. Then, come back with more concentrated purple dabs to add depth.
Use the brush edge to add a curved green stem.

Pro Tip: Don’t fuss with the first layer—let the water do the work for dreamy texture.

5. Tropical Hibiscus: Go Big and Bold

This one’s dramatic in the best way.

Load your brush, then press flat and pull outward in big petal shapes.
Repeat five times in a circle to build the bloom.
Use the tip for thin lines on the petals.
Add a stamen and a few bold leaves for flair.

Pro Tip: Keep it loose—the bold petals look better with a carefree hand.

Recap: Which Flower Will You Try First?

Here’s a quick summary:

Tulip – Great for soft vertical strokes
Daisy – Perfect for petal control using just the tip
Rose – Best for mastering layering and form
Lavender – Try it for wet-on-wet scatter effects
Hibiscus – A bold bloom that makes a statement

If you're new to watercolour florals or want a brush that can do it all — the wedge brush is a must-have.

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Let’s Talk Florals

Which flower did you enjoy painting the most?

Which wedge brush trick surprised you most?

Share your thoughts in the comments or tag us @craftamo on Instagram — we love seeing how you bring your blossoms to life.

Build Your Floral Brush Toolkit

This floral tutorial highlights the power of the Craftamo wedge brush — a favourite for both beginners and seasoned artists.

✔ Beginner-friendly
✔ Cruelty-free
✔ Artist-designed
✔ Ideal for both watercolour and gouache

Looking to expand your floral toolkit? Explore other specialty brushes like the cat’s tongue and dagger brush, perfect for blending and dynamic strokes.

👉 Explore Craftamo's Floral Brush Collection