Capturing the beauty of Brihuega’s Lavender Fields in Watercolor

This summer, I visited the beautiful lavender fields in Brihuega, a small town in Spain. Every July, the fields bloom and cover the area in shades of purple, with the scent of lavender filling the air. The views seem endless, making it a truly special place.

During my visit, I managed to do a quick 15-minute sketch. It was an incredibly hot day—around 38°C (100°F)—and the sun was so bright that I could barely see the paper. My family was waiting for me, so I had to rush, but even with all that, the sketch still holds meaning for me. It takes me back to that moment—the warmth, the color, and the memories of being there with my family.

Back home, I painted the scene again in my studio, using a mix of my sketches and photos, as well as some photos my father took at sunset. Painting in a cooler, more relaxed space let me bring out more detail and depth. While the studio version is more polished, I still love the original sketch because it captures the feeling of that day.

Painting at home is definitely more comfortable. I love using watercolors in my own space, without worrying about the heat or sunburn! But this experience reminded me to appreciate both the process and the result—whether I’m sketching quickly in the moment or taking my time in the studio, each part helps me grow as an artist.

For my fellow watercolor artists, I used a limited palette with just three colors: Daniel Smith’s Ultramarine Blue, Hansa Yellow Medium, and White Nights’ Quinacridone Violet Rose.

The final painting is now available as a print in my Etsy store. If you ever visit Spain in July, I highly recommend seeing the lavender fields in Brihuega. And don’t miss out on trying the lavender lemonade—it’s a favorite with my kids!

This is one of the sketches I painted during my trip to Spain this summer, if you want to have a look at the other pages of my sketchbook check this previous post.