Garden Harvest: Chopping Fresh Chives

Fun Fact

Did you know chives are part of the onion family, but they have a much milder flavor? They are one of the smallest edible alliums and have been used in cooking for over 5,000 years! Chives even grow beautiful purple flowers that are also edible, making them a delightful addition to many dishes.

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Textural Wood - Use varying shades of brown, tan, and grey for the cutting board to show its grain and age. Don't be afraid to add small streaks or knots for realism.
2. 2🖍️ Vibrant Chives - For the fresh chives, layer different greens like lime green, olive green, and forest green to give them depth and a freshly picked look. Make some darker at the base and lighter at the tips.
3. 3✨ Ceramic Detail - Think about the ceramic bowl. Is it smooth and shiny, or rough and earthy? Use a base color like cream, light blue, or terracotta, and then add shadows and highlights to bring out its texture.
4. 4🌈 Shadow Play - Look for subtle shadows created by the chives, knife, and bowl. Adding soft grey or darker versions of the surrounding colors in these areas will make your drawing pop and feel more three-dimensional.