Beneath the Waves — A Realistic High-Relief Engraving

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Instruction

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Application scenario

Laser processing (11min)

Machine & module

xTool P2S

55W

Compatibles · 10

Material used

3mm basswood

1/8"(3mm) Basswood Plywood

1/8" Basswood Plywood

Information

      This design captures the serene rhythm and natural complexity of the ocean floor through high-relief wood engraving. Every element — from flowing ocean waves to layered coral reefs and sea anemones — is crafted to evoke movement and depth.

Using realistic textures and fine line detail, the piece builds a dynamic three-dimensional composition with distinct foreground, midground, and background layers. The addition of tropical fish and seahorses brings life to the underwater world, while the laser’s precise gradation enhances the natural play of light and shadow.

Created to push the boundaries of xTool’s relief engraving, this artwork transforms a simple wooden surface into a lifelike ocean scene that feels alive and in motion.

Instruction

Step1: Generate the Design with AI

Open your preferred AI art generator

Enter this prompt:

“Realistic underwater scene for high-relief wood engraving, featuring detailed ocean waves, layered coral reefs, sea anemones, rocks, and small fish like seahorses and tropical fish, dynamic depth perspective with foreground, midground, and background, black-and-white line art optimized for laser engraving on wood, high detail suitable for carving realistic textures and layered relief, vector-ready, elegant flowing natural lines.”

Choose a black-and-white line art version (no shading, clean details).

Download the design as a PNG or SVG file.