Create a Beautiful Watercolor Effect with Pixlr

Add an artistic touch to your photos with just one click using Pixlr's watercolor overlays. These overlays are designed to mimic the soft, fluid look of traditional watercolors, making it easy to transform your photos into stunning works of art.

Try Pixlr's Watercolor effect now
Watercolor Effect

Why Choose Pixlr's Watercolor Effect?

Pixlr's watercolor effect is a simple yet powerful tool that allows you to elevate your photos to the next level without the complicated design process.

How To Create Watercolor Effects in Pixlr

Step #1

Launch Pixlr. Then, click the "Open Image" button in the top left corner, browse for the image you wish to edit, select it, and click "Open" to load it into the editor.

Step #2

Click on the "Elements" button in the top toolbar. Next, click on the "Overlays" button in the left-hand menu to bring up a selection of overlay options that you can add to your image.

Step #3

You can browse various categories such as watercolor and ink-themed overlays. Simply select the category you want and then choose the specific overlay you want to apply to your image.

Step #4

When browsing the overlay categories, select the one that best fits the style and mood of your image. Once you've found an overlay that you like, click on it to apply it to your image.

Step #5

Modify its opacity, blend mode, and position. Reducing opacity makes it more transparent. Altering blend mode changes how it interacts with the underlying layers. Moving the overlay achieves desired placement.

Start creating with Pixlr's Watercolor Overlays now!

Unlock Your Creativity

With Pixlr's watercolor effect, you can transform your photos in countless ways, from replacing backgrounds to manipulating different elements.

Perfect for Social Media and More

Whether you're an influencer looking to stand out on social media or just someone who loves to create beautiful images, Pixlr's Watercolor effect is the perfect tool for you to make your photos stand out from everyone else's.

Add Some Depth in Your Designs

Pixlr's Watercolor effect is the perfect tool to add depth to your photos with the soft, fluid patterns making your designs more refined and detalied.

Explore more popular features from Pixlr

View More Effects
Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a Question?

What is Pixlr's Watercolor Effect? Pixlr's Watercolor Effect is a filter that mimics the look of a watercolor painting by adding a soft, painterly texture and blending colors together.
How do I access Pixlr's Watercolor Effect? To access Pixlr's Watercolor Effect, open Pixlr Editor, upload the image you want to edit, and click on the "Filter" button on the left-hand side of the screen. Then, select the "Watercolor" option from the list of filters.
Can I adjust the intensity of the Watercolor Effect? Yes, you can adjust the intensity of the Watercolor Effect using the slider that appears when you select the filter. You can make the effect more or less intense by moving the slider to the left or right.
Can I control which parts of the image are affected by the Watercolor Effect? Yes, you can use the brush tool to paint over specific areas of the image that you want to apply the Watercolor Effect to. This allows you to create a more targeted and nuanced effect.
Will the Watercolor Effect work on all types of images? "The Watercolor Effect works best on images with a lot of detail and texture, such as landscapes, cityscapes, and still life compositions. It may not work as well on images with large areas of solid color or images that are heavily blurred."
Can I use the Watercolor Effect on multiple images at once? Yes, you can apply the Watercolor Effect to multiple images at once by selecting all of the images you want to edit and then applying the filter.
Is the Watercolor Effect reversible? Yes, you can undo the Watercolor Effect by clicking on the "Undo" button or by using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Z (Windows) or Cmd+Z (Mac).
Can I combine the Watercolor Effect with other filters or adjustments? Yes, you can combine the Watercolor Effect with other filters and adjustments to create a unique and customized look for your image.
Can I save my edited image as a separate file? Yes, you can save your edited image as a separate file by clicking on the "File" menu and selecting "Save" or "Save As." You can choose the file format and quality you want to save the image as.
Is Pixlr's Watercolor Effect free to use? Yes, Pixlr's Watercolor Effect is free to use in the Pixlr Editor. However, some of the advanced features and tools in the editor may require a paid subscription.