Capturing slender stems and fragile flower blossoms， this step-by-step resource updates traditional botanical paintings， adding an elegant， modern flair to flower portraiture。 Each of the four project chapters offer insightful case studies， close-up details， and explanations of various styling techniques and finishing methods that give more than 30 flower portraits an organic feel， emphasizing their botanical nature。 Arranged in alphabetical order， this comprehensive all-in-one guidebook includes tips for buying the best materials for successful results as well as basic brushstroke and surface techniques—such as wet-into-wet， color blending， lifting out， layering glazes， and dry brushing—that build confidence and motivate aspiring artists。