How to Draw a Waterfall

Reviewed by Jeanine Hattas Wilson

Last Updated: October 8, 2024 Approved

A waterfall can add a paradisaical feel to your illustration, using some simple shapes you'll learn how to make one following these steps.

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How to Draw a Basic Waterfall

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Make them smaller this time.
Remember that the smaller they look, the farther they are, depth-wise.
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Use teal, sky blue and white to color the water, and green for the plants.
- Remember that foam forms on the base of the waterfall. Sketch this in like clouds.

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On top of each line, draw a triangle. Draw a trapezoid on the bottom left of the image.
Begin adding foliage to your drawing.
Also, add some smaller vertical lines to the groups of parallel lines. Continue adding foliage.

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How can I find the proper colors to use?

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Try using water colors on scrap paper and keep mixing them until you find the color that works for you.

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What color is used for the rocks?

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The color seen here is a light grey with dark grey shading and some light yellow highlights. However, you could use any colors you'd like.

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Is this a good painting for an art project?

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Yes. The scene and the way it shows nature blending are beautiful.

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