This scene captures a joyful family gathering for a meal outdoors. You will find the father and mother sitting comfortably on a large picnic blanket with their son and daughter. A woven picnic basket sits nearby, filled with tasty sandwiches, crunchy apples, and sweet pears. A massive tree with many leaves provides a cool spot of shade for everyone. In the surrounding park, the grass is dotted with pretty flowers and several butterflies fluttering about. A wooden bench sits quietly by the edge of a calm pond where a group of ducks are swimming. In the bright sky, birds fly past the sun and fluffy clouds. Rolling hills in the distance complete this peaceful landscape that is waiting for some color.

For a vibrant look, try using different shades of green for the grass and the leaves on the tree. This adds depth to the park setting. You can make the picnic blanket stand out by giving it a classic red and white checkered pattern. Use bright, cheerful colors for the flowers and butterflies to make the scene feel even more alive. The pond looks wonderful with light blue or teal strokes, and you can add a little orange to the ducks' beaks for a pop of color. Since the sun is shining, consider adding a light yellow glow to the edges of the clouds and the hills. This is a great page for trying out blending techniques, especially on the large areas of the sky and the rolling landscape.