My 5 year old grandson asked me this question yesterday. Here I am in a rare personal appearance on this blog painting my heart out, and yes it is a flower painting. I am not holding the paint brush correctly, I am nearsighted and attempting a detailed bit. One should hold the long-handled brush balanced on the fingers at the end of the brush. I am still learning! Also I usually paint standing up at the easel, except for when I don't.