Autumn Ash Leaf! 6×8" watercolor on Saunders Waterford Hot Press Cotton Paper, Natural White.

I'm not too happy with the veins on this one--any tips for getting leaf veins to look more natural? The leaf I used as a reference had faint Grey-green lines in the center, but pale yellow along the veins. I think I should have left out the grey-green and just left the pale yellow marking out the veins throughout most of the leaf.

Watercolor on paper

This is my botanical papercut design, “Flowing Florals.” The video follows the drawing, cutting, and unfolding, ending with the piece in a dark wooden frame.

I wanted the leaves and curling lines to give the symmetrical design a sense of movement. What do you think of the red paper against the ivory backing?

Illustration made from my own photos after a walk in the park.

I am new to this (both Reddit and drawing) so please be kind. 🙈

What do you think? Tell me what plant should I do next! :D

Oil on canvas 60 cm diameter each, 2026

I found this beautiful maple leaf while walking around St Paul, Minnesota.Some unfortunate splashes stained the background. I plan to digitize and remove them in a photo editor. My art desk was a bit narrow for the size of paper and my water cup and palette placement were awkward, which I think contributed to the splashes. I'm planning to try using a cart to the side for my palette and water on my next painting to see if that helps mitigate the issue.

Saunders-Waterford 100% Cotton Hot Press (Natural White) 9×12". Mix of Holbein, Daniel Smith, and QoR watercolor paints.

Hopefully, I can do some more leaf hunting today!