Bountiful Garden Artichoke Still Life

Fun Fact

Artichokes are actually the edible flower buds of a thistle plant! If you let them bloom on the plant, they transform into beautiful, large purple flowers.

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Leafy Layers - Use various shades of green, from light lime to deep forest, to give each artichoke leaf depth and realism. Pay attention to their overlapping structure.
2. 2🖍️ Rustic Wood - For the wooden table, try using browns, grays, and even a touch of faded blue or green to create an old, weathered wood effect. Vary your pressure for texture.
3. 3✨ Veggie Vibrancy - Make your bell pepper and tomato pop with bright, rich colors. Think about where the light hits them to add subtle highlights with a lighter shade or white.
4. 4🌈 Metallic Touch - If there's a trowel or watering can, use grays, silvers, or even dull bronze for a realistic metallic look. A bit of smudging can create an aged, used feel.