What if you could learn plenty of delightful techniques that will make your art bloom like never before?
What if you could boost your creative confidence by painting the most forgiving and satisfying subject… flowers!
What if you realized that you don’t need any drawing skills or special “talent” to make art that you truly love?
Hi! I’m Laly and when I’m not in the studio, you’ll probably find me in the garden! Flowers are such a joy to paint, they’re my favorite art to have at home and the perfect subject to experiment with plenty of fun mixed media techniques!
From roses and wildflowers to vintage botanicals and imaginary blooms, Flower Flow is a super inspiring online class packed with my best tips and favorite techniques to make your art grow and bloom. No matter if you’re a beginner or a more experienced artist, let the magic of flowers fill your heart!
“I had never painted flowers before this class and Laly’s instruction made it simple and beautiful. I love the rich textures and layers of color in Laly’s work. Her techniques have definitely increased my ability to make beautiful art. Thank you Laly for this wonderful class!”
The class includes a total of 8 art projects, with 14+ hours of detailed videos (+ a surprise bonus project!)
There are 4 main parts where we will explore different themes and techniques.
Each part includes 2 painting lessons: first, a mini series to get warmed up and inspired, then a larger painting. By the end of the class, you will have created a whole body of floral artworks!
The class is self-paced with lifetime access so you can start whenever you like, take all the time you need and revisit the lessons as many times as you like.
Your registration gives you access to our private community forum, where I answer students questions every week, as well as the students’ optional Facebook group.
The class is in English and closed captions are available on all videos.
“I went from never painting a flower before to a literal garden of work around my studio. I absolutely loved the warm up lessons as inspiration and even framed a few of my mini series. I completed every single exercise and painting in Flower Flow - it really took me out of my comfort zone and I did not want it to end!”
What better place to start than letting go of perfectionism, loosening up and embracing the beauty of imperfection?
warm-up series
Let’s warm-up by playing with our non-dominant hand to create a series of happy, slightly grungy little posies…
main project
… then we will move on to the canvas and embrace simplicity with a delightful bouquet!
some of the techniques we will use:
Together we’re going to doodle and sketch with our non-dominant hand, explore imaginary flowers, have fun with collage, chalk paint and watercolor, layer white on white and paint outside of the lines!
Permission granted to play with every color of the rainbow! Painting flowers can be as easy as dabbing little dots with your bush or your fingers! Gather all your colorful supplies and put on your impressionist glasses!
warm-up series
Let’s start with a fun, super colorful warm-up series, and explore different compositions…
main project
… then we will take our favorite and blow it up on a much bigger canvas!
some of the techniques we will use:
Let’s have fun with the rainbow (such a forgiving color scheme), combine color and light, layer collage, paints, inks and more, play with scale from a mini study to a larger canvas, explore finishing touches (so important to build your own unique, recognizable style!)
Who said florals couldn't be a little dark and grungy? Let’s create something completely different, drawing inspiration from wildflowers, their untamed beauty, movement and graphic lines.
warm-up series
Combining lots of yummy materials with black & white, we will create a series mini collage artworks…
main project
… then we will keep going on this wildflower ride with a deep and beautifully textured painting.
some of the techniques we will use:
Let’s create a super textured “blank” canvas with fabric, cardboard and more, etch our designs into a thick coat of gesso and let ink run into the grooves, play with neutrals, light and dark, stitch into our paintings and use flowers as painting tools to create unique papers!
What would it take for you to really grow and bloom creatively? Flowers have a way of blossoming again and again, delicate, joyful and colorful no matter what: in a crack of the pavement, or right after a storm. We may not always have the perfect space, the quiet time, the skills or the right art supplies, but what if we dared to bloom and create anyway, right now, right where we are planted?
warm-up series
Inspired by the process of art journaling, let’s fill a page with words, color and flowers, taking a moment to reflect on what makes us bloom. Then we will cut the page into mini paintings!
main project
For our final project, let’s create a painting that combines everything we’ve explored in the class: color, texture, light, lines, contrast, and above all, the joy and playfulness of mixed media art!
some of the techniques we will use:
Let’s combine intuition and serendipity with the more structured look of a grid composition, work with a favorite color combination, finger-paint flowers over collage, incorporate words into our painting and add an image as our focal point.
Bonus lesson!
“The Poetic Botanist”: Let’s celebrate the delicate beauty of vintage botanicals! In this short art journaling project, we will combine vintage floral art with beautiful poetry and fun image transfers. Together they will create a romantic and vintage feel!
“Flower Flow is such a fun, happy and joy-filled class! It is impossible not to feel inspired and creative as Laly takes you through each lesson. Each section is very unique and individual with many different techniques and styles. One of my very favorite classes ever!! Laly, thank you for all the time, effort and work you put into your classes. You are truly the best.”
happy students & their art!
watch the video below to discover plenty more art from the classroom!
Below is a list of mixed media art supplies for the class. A more detailed supplies list with shopping links will be available in the classroom after you join. These are only suggestions. I encourage you to work with your favorite supplies and materials to make your painting uniquely yours.
Basic tools:
Heavy watercolor paper (300gsm / 140lb or more) cut into squares (5”x 5” or 13x13 cm is ideal)
Stretched canvases and/or wood panels
Masking tape
A board (wood, cardboard...) to tape your paper squares.
A few paint brushes in various sizes, including a flat brush for collage
Other painting tools like a palette knife, plastic card, brayer…
Some mark-making tools like bubble wrap, stencils & stamps
Mixed media materials:
Matte gel medium or other glue of your choice (Modpodge etc.)
White Gesso
Collage papers in neutral tones (book pages, sheet music…)
Collage papers in colors of your choice (wrapping paper, printed napkins, magazines), ideally some with floral patterns
Textured collage materials like corrugated cardboard, burlap…
Acrylic paints (heavy body or fluid)
Pens & pencils of your choice
Watersoluble black pencil or charcoal stick
Colorful crayons and/or coloring pencils
Other optional materials you will see me use in the class:
Inks: acrylic & alcohol inks
Watercolors
Chalk paint
Water-soluble crayons (Neocolor 2, Stabilo Woodie)
Permanent pens & paint markers: Pitt Artist pens, Posca/Molotow paint markers in various sizes
Craft heat gun to speed up the drying time
Spray bottle
If you don’t find an answer below, don’t hesitate to reach out by email at admin@lalymille.com. My husband William & I will do our best to help!
+ Is this class suitable for beginners?
- Yes! This class has been designed with beginners in mind (although if you're more advanced, you will also find a ton of inspiration!). Flowers are the most forgiving and satisfying subject, perfect for beginners. Flower Flow will give you all the tools, tips and techniques you need to take a joyful dive into mixed media art, while creating plenty of paintings you'll be proud of. And with lifetime access you can go at your own pace and revisit the class again and again, as you grow your skills and confidence.
+ What art supplies do I need?
- Take a look at the "What you'll need" section above. After you sign up, you will get more detailed information, including a supplies list with shopping links. These are only suggestions and I always recommend using what you already have, love and feel comfortable with.
+ Where will I access the lessons?
- The class is hosted online on a dedicated teaching platform (Kajabi). Once you're a member, you will get an individual, private account to access the lessons.
+ Are the videos live or prerecorded? Do I need to get online at specific times?
- The videos are prerecorded so you can watch at your own pace, no matter your time-zone.
+ Are the videos downloadable?
- No, they're not. Before signing up, please make sure that your internet connection allows you to smoothly stream high resolution videos online. Refunds will not be made after registration.
+ How long will the class and videos be available?
- You get lifetime access to the classroom and videos, including any future updates. "Lifetime" technically means for the lifetime of the program. This class is a favorite of my students and it's not going anywhere!
+ The price of the course is in Euros and USD, how much is it in my country's currency?
- You can check the price conversion with online tools such as xe.com. It fluctuates slightly from day to day. You will see the correct price in your own currency at the checkout on Paypal or Stripe.
+ Do you offer refunds?
- Due to the nature of online classes, once you sign up you immediately get access to all the contents, therefore we don't offer refunds. We do our best to provide all the information you need on this page and if you have additional questions, don't hesitate to reach out by email at admin@lalymille.com before registering.
+ Once I sign up, when will I receive my login?
You will first receive a confirmation email as soon as you sign up. Then you will receive your login instructions shortly after registration, together with an invitation to join the Facebook group.
Please make sure to add laly@lalymille.com, admin@lalymille.com and lalymille@c.kajabimail.net to your email contacts, to make sure that messages for the class safely reach your inbox.
+ Do I have access to you? Can I ask you questions?
Yes, you can ask me questions in the Classroom Community forum. I check in once a week, often on Tuesdays. The other participants will also be able to help you.
The Classroom Community Forum is accessible directly from the sidebar menu of the class.
+ Can I connect with other members?
Yes! We have the most vibrant, positive and encouraging online community, we can't wait to welcome you!
You can share photos of what you create, and connect with others in the Classroom Community Forum within the classroom site.
You will also have access to a private, optional Facebook group to connect even more with fellow participants.
your guide for this creative journey
I'm so glad you’re here! I’m a mixed media artist from France, and I’m here to help your art grow and bloom! Flowers are one of my favorite subjects to paint, and my favorite art to have around the house.
Flowers are pure, positive energy. They are hope, love and beauty. They are joy and creativity. With just a bit of paint and paper, with our hands and our hearts, we can bring more of these much-needed things into the world, so let's get blooming!
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kind words from the students
“I am so excited to tell you how much confidence I have gained from taking this class. Mixed media used to be a challenge and now I love it. It’s a great way to dive in and to be able to work at your own pace. I have watched and rewatched the videos figuring out my own style. I would recommend this to all skill levels. Thank you Laly for this class. ”
“What a joy these lessons have been to me! I learned so much about media I never knew existed and have added quite a bit to my supplies. Your method of teaching is most helpful. The community you have created is so encouraging and comforting. Thank you for sharing your gift and for connecting artists from around the globe. ”
“This was my first venture onto canvas instead of an art journal and it was terrifying and WONDERFUL! I kept a vase with blushing pink roses on my desk the whole time to inspire me. Thank you Laly!”
“Flower Flow with Laly is one of my favorite courses I’ve taken. Art and painting aside, her lilting voice calms me, her stories open up my imagination in nature. She just puts me in a great space to let me and my feelings come out into my art! Hard to describe… she makes me feel soft and artistic and real.”
“I love all of Laly’s classes, but Flower Flow is my favorite among all others. I really enjoyed her “A Little Wild” lesson. You can get very creative by sketching flowers on a textured white background. Creating pattern and playing with different colors and media are very fun. Working with alcohol ink and getting to know its unpredictable nature was the most exciting part of the project. I learned many different techniques in Flower Flow and I loved it. ”
“I love Laly’s style and have always wondered how she achieves certain things. In this class I got the answers to so many technique questions and had a chance to practice them for myself. Lots of very helpful practical tips!”
“I am proud of the “mistakes” that shifted my mindset and moved me to discover my own style. With Flower Flow, seeds of hope were planted. I began nurturing my process daily and gradually, I began to look at my efforts with satisfaction. Embracing the process and getting lost in a journey of self discovery has brought me great joy.”
“Laly has a bright, cheerful disposition that makes it easy to learn. With a non intimidating approach, she has given me the confidence to start playing with mixed media. Prefect for beginners. She gives enough information without talking too much and never a bore. I already own most of her workshops with the hopes of new workshops on the way. Thank you Laly.”
“Flower Flow has taught me to trust the intuitive process of my art. From messy sketches made using my non-dominant hand to a beautiful canvas I am proud to display in my home. I love writing words that infuse energy and meaning into the art. Each layer holds its own beauty, your techniques have given me confidence in expression rather than perfection. I love the feeling when a mistake becomes a beautiful part of of the finished piece.”
“I have enjoyed these lessons immensely! I find myself going over sections of the course and enjoying how different the result is each time I do something—even though the process is the same. I particularly enjoyed the freedom of using charcoal sticks in Shabby Blooms and working in a mini series. The little thumbnail colours in Rainbow Meadow, interspersed with paint colour, were magical. Overall, I have enjoyed experimenting with different mediums and techniques… but the biggie is trusting the process.”
“I have to say starting your classes has been the best thing I’ve done for years. You have an amazing honesty in your art which has allowed me to blossom and believe again. ”
