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3. Create the Background
Use the "Shape Tool" to create a simple background with elements like a blue sky,
mountains, or a sunset.
Apply gradients to the sky to simulate the transition from light to dark or different
times of the day.
4. Design the Ground and Water
Use the "Rectangle Tool" to create the ground and the water layer (usually along the
bottom of the page).
Fill the water area with a gradient color (blue, light blue, or dark blue) to mimic the
reflection of the sky.
Add a “waterline” using a straight line tool, creating the separation between the
land and water.
5. Add Landscape Elements
Design elements like trees, the sun, and mountains using the "Shape Tool" and
"Brush Tool."
Add grass, bushes, or other features on the ground to create depth and realism.
Use the "Eraser Tool" to refine edges of trees, mountains, and the ground for smooth
transitions.
6. Apply the Mirror Effect
Duplicate the elements in your landscape (trees, mountains, sun, etc.) by selecting
and copying them.
Flip the copied elements vertically to create the mirror image in the water area.
Use the "Opacity Tool" to reduce the transparency of the mirrored elements,
simulating their reflection in the water.
Adjust the size and position to align the mirror image with the original object above
the waterline.
7. Enhance with Water Ripples (Optional)
For added realism, you can use the "Brush Tool" or "Line Tool" to create gentle ripples
in the water area around the reflected objects.
Apply slight distortion to the reflection using the "Warp Tool" to simulate the natural
distortion of water.
8. Add Final Touches
Refine your design by adjusting the placement of landscape elements and their
reflections.
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