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Platypus at the Riverbank Discovery
By the edge of a gentle river, a curious platypus steps softly through the smooth stones and tall reeds. Pebbles tickle its webbed feet as it peers into the clear water, searching for tasty treats beneath the ripples. With mountains in the distance and tall grass rustling nearby, the platypus enjoys the calm of its natural home. What colors will you use to bring this peaceful riverside scene to life?
FUN FACT
A platypus burrow can be very long, sometimes up to 65 feet (20 meters), with several chambers inside.
By the edge of a gentle river, a curious platypus steps softly through the smooth stones and tall reeds. Pebbles tickle its webbed feet as it peers into the clear water, searching for tasty treats beneath the ripples. With mountains in the distance and tall grass rustling nearby, the platypus enjoys the calm of its natural home. What colors will you use to bring this peaceful riverside scene to life?
COLORING TIPS
Try using soft browns for the platypus’s fur and a gentle yellow or cream for its beak. Blend blues and light greens for the river, and experiment with lighter greens and yellows in the grass. You can add a sunset by gently blending orange and purple in the background sky.
COLOR INSPIRATION
Not sure what colors would suit? Try using the below.
FUN FACT
A platypus burrow can be very long, sometimes up to 65 feet (20 meters), with several chambers inside.
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