Dragonfly over the iris pond

A dragonfly rests on an arched reed above an iris-lined pond. Its open wing cells provide finer work above the larger leaves, petals and water shapes.

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How much detail?

Small wing cells and narrow reeds sit above broader water and petal areas. About the labels.

Try this palette: Quiet pond

Keep most wing cells pale, then use a few lavender accents that echo the iris petals.

A small coloring tip

A fine pencil point fits the smallest wing cells; a softer stroke works across the broad iris petals.

Choose one band along each wing to emphasize and leave the remaining cells lightly colored.