peonies

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I planted three peonies several years ago and maybe got one closer from each, so I moved them. Got no flowers last year. This year looks like I'll get about 8, which is a real bonanza and gives me hope for next year.

I've always shied away from painting flowers with volume, like peonies or roses; I preferred bell-shaped flowers.

But I can't let these peonies go by!

I've been watching Jo MacKenzie's YouTube videos on painting peonies-- she has several. I like everything Jo does--and she really helped me figure out how to paint a pine cone--and peonies are gorgeous!

I didn't draw these first and think I will next time.

Another flower, I don't know what it's called,  in my sketchbook.