This lotus flower rangoli shows the flower from above, with three layers of pointed petals opening around a yellow centre. It is 2 ft wide, takes about 35 minutes, and suits any pooja.
Step-by-step instructions
Step 1
Draw a 3-inch yellow circle and 8 small pointed petals around it.
Step 2
Draw 8 bigger pointed petals behind and between the first ones.
Step 3
Draw 8 more, even bigger, for the outer layer, and 4 round leaves behind them.
Step 4
Fill the petals pink, shading magenta at the tips, the leaves green, and outline everything in white.
Tips
- Shade the outer petals darker than the inner ones so the lotus looks open.
Frequently asked questions
Why is lotus rangoli drawn for pooja?
The lotus is linked to Goddess Lakshmi and stands for purity and good fortune.
