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    How can I find the proper colors to use?
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    Try using water colors on scrap paper and keep mixing them until you find the color that works for you.
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    What color is used for the rocks?
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    The color seen here is a light grey with dark grey shading and some light yellow highlights. However, you could use any colors you'd like.
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    Is this a good painting for an art project?
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    Yes. The scene and the way it shows nature blending are beautiful.
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    How do people get so good?
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    People get good by practicing different methods so that they get better every time.
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    What should I use when drawing on a canvas?
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    Use a hard lead pencil and sketch lightly. Then, commence painting.
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    Can I have my paper either way?
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    Yes. Portrait-style would emphasize the height of the waterfall, and landscape would draw focus to the waterfall's surroundings.
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    What should I use - a pencil or a red pen?
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    You should lightly sketch with a pencil; the red lines are to show what each step indicates.
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    How long does it take to draw a waterfall?
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    It depends on how much detail you will include, your skill level, the medium and the size of the drawing.
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    Can I use a 36 pack of colored pencils?
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    Yes, you can use any amount of colored pencils that you desire.
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    Can this be done with a 24 pack of colored pencils?
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    Yes, that would be fine.
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    How can I get the right colors?
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    You get the right colors by mixing them on a different piece of paper until you find the color you prefer.
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    Should I color in some parts to make it look darker?
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    Yes, unless you have the sun in the front. The coloring would be for shadow and depth.
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    Which method for drawing a waterfall would be best for me, given that I do not have much experience or professional equipment?
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    Start with the basic tips that were given here. If you don't try it, you will never know. It is with practice makes perfect. Just keep on trying!
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    Can I blend the water with oil paints?
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    Yes you can, just be aware that it might not look good, it just depends on what colors you use.
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