As you look across the sand, you will find a magnificent sandcastle decorated with seashells and a tiny starfish. Nearby, buckets and shovels are ready for more building, while a colorful beach ball rests on the shore. In the refreshing ocean, a small sailboat glides past children playing in water, splashing and having a great time. Further back, a person sunbathing relaxes under a striped beach umbrella next to a cooler full of snacks. A tall lifeguard tower stands watch over the coast, while palm trees frame the edges of the scene. High above, the sun shines brightly, casting light over the entire joyful landscape.

To make the water look realistic, try using different shades of blue and teal. You can leave small patches white to show the tops of the waves or the foam near the shore. For the sand, a light tan or peach color works perfectly, and you can add tiny dots with a darker brown marker to give it a gritty texture. The beach umbrella and beach ball are great opportunities to use your brightest, most vibrant colors like hot pink, lime green, or sunny yellow. If you want to add a sunset feel, you could color the sky with oranges and purples instead of the traditional blue. This page has a moderate level of detail, so taking your time with the small shells and shovels will really make the final picture pop.