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How Do You Make a Watercolor Effect in Canva?

Last updated on January 26, 2023 @ 12:28 pm

Watercolor is a classic, timeless painting technique that has been used for centuries. The ethereal quality of watercolors makes them perfect for creating dreamy landscapes, delicate florals, and idyllic scenes.

While watercolors can be tricky to master, they are relatively easy to get started with. And with the help of Canva, you can create beautiful watercolor paintings without ever picking up a brush!

To create a watercolor effect in Canva, start by choosing a template or background image that you’d like to work with.

Choose the image you want to add a watercolor effect in Canva

Once you have your image selected, click on the “Effects” button in the toolbar and scroll down to the “Watercolor” option.

Select the image then click the Canva edit image button and select the watercolor or liquify effect

Click on this and then adjust the intensity of the effect by moving the slider to the left or right. You can also add other effects to your image, such as blurring or vignetting, to create a more dramatic effect.

Adjust the intensity of Canva liquify effects through the slider and click apply once done

Once you’re happy with your image, click on the “Download” button in the top right-hand corner and choose whether you want to download your image as a JPG or PNG file.

Download your design with watercolor effect in Canva to your computer

You can also share your image directly to social media or email it to yourself or a friend.

Share your design with watercolor effect in Canva to social medias

Creating a watercolor effect in Canva is easy and only takes a few seconds! Just choose an image, click on the “Effects” button, scroll down to “Watercolor” and adjust the intensity. You can also add other effects, such as blurring or vignetting, for a more dramatic look. So grab your favorite photo and give it a try!

PRO TIP: This article contains information about how to create a watercolor effect in Canva. However, it is important to note that this effect can only be achieved through the use of the paid version of Canva. Therefore, if you are not willing to pay for the use of Canva, you will not be able to create this effect.
Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.