Water Lily Pond Colouring Page

A large Water Lily and its smaller companion rise from a calm pond among notched floating pads while a dragonfly glides overhead. Try pink, white, yellow, purple, or blue on the layered petals, adding golden yellow to the many outlined stamens in the centres. Colour the lily pads in different greens, the reeds in green or tan, the water pale blue, and the dragonfly in jewel-like shades. Colour the innermost petals first and work outward, then follow the simple pad veins and leave narrow pale spaces between the pond ripples. Begin with the biggest spaces and use gentle pressure for pale colour, then press a little more firmly for bold details. Young artists can use one solid shade in each section, while older children can blend two related colours, add dots or stripes, and draw extra garden details in the open space. As you work, say the flower name—Water Lily—and notice its special petals, leaves, buds, and centre.

◫ A4 size✎ Bold outlines♡ Ages 3–8

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Make it an activity

Choose a favourite colour palette
Add a simple background
Display the finished artwork

Grown-up note: Please supervise printing and choose age-appropriate art materials.