Beach Umbrellas for the 4th of July

Looking for a fun and relaxing watercolor project for the holiday weekend? This free tutorial shows you how to paint a bird's-eye view of colorful beach umbrellas scattered along the shoreline—perfect with classic red, white, and blue summer colors!

This project is beginner-friendly and a wonderful way to practice simple shapes, soft sandy textures, and flowing ocean washes. The striped umbrellas add a festive 4th of July feel while still capturing the peaceful spirit of a summer day at the beach.

Grab your watercolor supplies, pour yourself a cold drink, and spend a little creative time by the sea—without ever leaving home. Whether you paint along with friends, in your sketchbook, or as part of your holiday weekend, I hope this project inspires you to slow down, create, and celebrate the beauty of summer.

Happy painting and Happy 4th of July!

Supplies:

• Pencil

• Template

• Tape to tape down template

• Watercolor paper

• Paint brushes, various sizes

• Watercolor paint

• Cup of water

• Towel

Template:

Umbrellas template.pdf

Download PDF • 729KB

Watch the Video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXEnIfUkkYw