Lotus Flower on Water

Calm and peaceful, this page shows a lotus flower floating wide open on still water, its many pointed petals layered neatly around a rounded seed pod at the center. A large flat lily pad rests beside it, and soft ripples spread out around the base of the bloom. The graceful layered petals and gentle water lines give the page a quiet, meditative feel that older kids and adults often enjoy, while the clear shapes still welcome younger colorers. The lotus is famous for rising clean and beautiful out of muddy ponds, which is why many cultures treat it as a symbol of calm and new beginnings. Soft pinks or creamy whites suit the petals, with greens for the lily pad and pale blue for the rippling water around the base. Print on US Letter or A4 and color something quiet and serene.