In the very middle of the page, you will find the intricate center of the dahlia, where the smallest petals begin to grow in a tight cluster. Moving outward from that focal point, the petals become larger and more defined, creating a wonderful pattern of overlapping shapes that radiate toward the edges. Each petal has a gentle curve and a distinct outline that gives the flower a sense of depth and volume as it fills the entire frame. You can see how the layers stack on top of each other, mimicking the way a real flower opens up to the sun in a garden.

Since dahlias come in almost every color imaginable, you have plenty of choices for your palette. Try using a lighter shade for the tips of the petals and a darker, more saturated color near the base to make the flower look three-dimensional. Using colored pencils allows for soft blending between these tones, while markers can make the bold symmetry of the flower really pop against the white background. You might even want to use a metallic gel pen for the very center to give it a little bit of extra sparkle and draw the eye to the most detailed part of the drawing.