Majestic Maize: A Stalk of Summer's Gold

Fun Fact

Did you know that a single corn plant can grow to be over 10 feet tall and produce several ears of corn? Each silk on an ear of corn is actually connected to a potential kernel!

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Leaf Layers - Use varying shades of green, from light lime to deep forest, to show the broad leaves overlapping and create depth.
2. 2🖍️ Stalk Texture - Apply short, upward strokes with a tan or light brown to emphasize the fibrous texture of the main stalk, adding subtle shadows where leaves attach.
3. 3✨ Silks & Husk - For the delicate silks, use soft yellows or light browns. For the surrounding husk, try muted greens or yellowish-greens, paying attention to the folds and curves.
4. 4🌈 Vein Definition - With a finely sharpened pencil, gently trace the prominent veins on the leaves using a slightly darker green than the leaf base to make them stand out.