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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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