How to Draw a Chrysanthemum

I was having a hard time finding a good tutorial on drawing a chrysanthemum, so I have put one together myself. Enjoy!

By Mandy J W

1. Sketch the basic shape and direction of the flower using circles as a guide. 
2. Draw petals wrapping around the second largest circle. 
3. Draw petals towards the center. 
4. Erase the second outermost circle. 
5. Continue to draw petals until they meet at the center. 
6. Using the remaining circle as reference, loosely sketch in some petals. 
7. Sketch in some more petals behind the previous ones. 
8. Erase any conflicting lines. 
9. Shade the under sides of the petals for more depth.

PERSONAL WORK | Dynamic Branches

Spanish moss with a reddish tinged branch
By Mandy Werner
Location: Georgia

Poor photo quality, but nevertheless an entrancing, twisted tree
by Mandy Werner
Location: California

The sun peeking through this tree almost makes it resemble a weeping willow
by Mandy Werner
Location: Georgia

PERSONAL WORK | Indie

Indie is a green Indian Ringneck Parakeet I adopted and raised from a young chick until she was fully weened. I managed to get a photograph of her just nodding off in front of Nemo.

Indie by Mandy J W

PERSONAL WORK | Bookworm Pinup

Copyright Mandy Werner

PERSONAL WORK | commercial beauty

Copyright Mandy JW

PERSONAL WORK | Leg Particles

Abstract -- a peak into the sketchbook

By Mandy JW

The Figure

The human figure is a constant source of inspiration for me. Although we all have the same basic structure as every other person in the world, we see each difference so vividly and can identify without a doubt, from one person to the next. 

Here is a collection showcasing shape and the human body from various artists.