A hot spring with a steaming effect can bring a calm and serene vibe to your coloring pages! Today, we’ll be working on a page from "Little Fuzzy", illustrated by Southern Lotus Coloring Book, to create a beautiful hot spring using Ohuhu Markers. Follow this step-by-step tutorial to achieve a realistic water texture and a soft, misty steam effect!
Step 1: Apply the First Layer with PB7
Start by filling the entire water area with PB7, a deep blue shade. This base layer sets a strong foundation for the water effect and helps create a rich, natural look for the hot spring.
Step 2: Create Water Waves with PB8
Use PB8 to draw random horizontal lines across the water. These lines mimic natural water ripples, adding movement and dimension to the hot spring. Keep the lines soft and varied to maintain a realistic feel.
Step 3: Add Depth with PB6
Add more depth and shadows to the water using PB6, focusing on the lower parts of the water surface. The darker shade enhances the 3D effect and gives the hot spring a calm and deep appearance.
Step 4: Draw Highlights and Steam with White Acrylic Pen
Use a white acrylic pen to add highlights to the water surface, drawing short, curved lines to show where light hits the ripples. To create the steam effect, draw a straight line and gently blend it upward with your finger. This smudging technique creates a soft, misty steam that brings the hot spring to life.
Your page now features a realistic hot spring with a gentle steaming effect that adds a soothing and natural vibe to your coloring project. This technique is perfect for creating nature-inspired designs and works beautifully with the relaxing scenes in the Southern Lotus Coloring Book.
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