A client requested an original sunflower watercolor painting, and I am always happy to paint these bold and colorful flowers. They come in array of yellows, rust and mahogany hues — what’s not to like? I worked from a reference photo, previously taken many years ago. The placement and design is so fresh and inviting. The pigments used were Gamboge, Cadmium yellow, Burnt orange and scarlet. I also added oil pastels and watercolor crayons for the large, seeded heads. I love the result.