How can I get a Natural looking backyard privacy?

For our pool - we used strategically placed cedar "panels" that were 6x6. Raised them 12 inches off the ground and filled that space in with tall perennials. The hardscape of the wood was a nice backdrop to the tall perennials (we used Mexican lavender). Good luck!

my home came with an ugly chain link fence Which I needed for my dogs. I planted 6 inch privet twigs three years ago on the outside of the fence that I purchased online. 20 for $10. I bought 80 of them. They are now 4 feet high and will grow to eight feet if not pruned and trimmed. The root system is very aggressive so keep that in mind. But the fence is camouflaged and I will eventually have the privacy I want and it blends in with the rest of the neighborhood.

Thank you both for the ideas. Between my driveway and the chain link fence There is a narrow strip. I have planted 4 ft high arbor vitae. Hopefully in 3 years I will have some privacy. On the other side, and across the back I have the chain link (across the back 3 large pines (lots of shade) the idea of strategically placed planks can solve the problem...have to think on that. Again, thank you.

Buy lattice trellis panels at any home improvement store and plant a quick growing vines - one season = instant privacy.