How do you draw a chameleon with all his intricate parts and rainbow coloring? Well, if you are just starting out, then this simple step by step version might work best. Save this simple chameleon tutorial for younger elementary students. … Read More
Big, overlapping eyes make almost anything look funny – especially when learning how to draw a cartoon fish. Works every time! Cartoon drawing is all about exaggeration. If the eyes have no lids, make them extra big to show that … Read More
I have a few Valentine card ideas for kids, but this is definitely my favorite. Start with some pretty patterned paper and you’re guaranteed lovely results. MATERIALS • Heart Punch, 2″ size*• Cardstock paper, Valentine colors, 8.5″ x 11″*• Scrapbook paper (Valentine pads … Read More
Start with a print of sunglasses to draw a Valentine portrait. It makes for good face proportion practice. Before students start drawing, remind them that the face width should be a bit smaller that the glasses. The oval should be … Read More
Learn how to draw an easy rose, with enough detail to make the flower look dimensional, but not so much to make it difficult to do. Scroll down to see another way to draw a whole bunch. I hope it … Read More
Expand on a basic how to draw a cupcake lesson by making MANY of them, adding lots of bright colors, and maybe a shadow or highlight (or both). These cupcakes were drawn on trading card size paper (2.5″ x 3.5″) … Read More
If you learn how to draw a Llama before Valentine’s Day, you can make lots of “I Llove You” cards that will be sure to charm anyone. MATERIALS Draw a Llama PDF Tutorial Watercolor paper* Permanent black marker* Watercolor paints* … Read More
When you learn how to draw a fish bowl, you’re naturally placing a fish in its environment. It’s part of the progression of drawing. MATERIAL Draw a Fish Bowl PDF Tutorial Drawing paper Black Sharpie marker* Crayons* *The above product … Read More
Learn how to draw a fish head, and turn it into a colorful watercolor resist painting with some metallic marker sparkle. Drawing big is always a good idea. I created this easy fish painting tutorial to illustrate how dynamic art … Read More
A fun way to learn how to draw a girl is by starting with a really oversized head. It not only creates a cartoon quality, but leaves a ton of space for some very expressive eyes. Scroll down for more … Read More
Learn how to draw a boy with this easy step by step tutorial. Making the head extra large gives your guy a little cartoon character, and is fun to play around with in many different ways. Scroll down for more … Read More
Learn how to draw Pete the Cat, the star of a very popular series of books. Fortunately, he’s made with some very easy to draw shapes. Older students might notice that there’s a little perspective involved in the shoes and … Read More
The secret to learning how to draw a puppy, is to make sure that you draw the head extra large. In fact, that pretty much works with any baby version of an animal. MATERIALS Draw a Cute Puppy PDF Tutorial … Read More
If you are just learning how to draw, this easy Koi Fish painting might be a fun project for you. If you’re up for something a little more advanced, then just keep scrolling down. MATERIALS Easy Koi Fish PDF Tutorial … Read More
Learn how to draw a hippopotamus from a point of view that is bound to fill your paper. This up close and personal portrait reflects what an amazingly sizeable animal they are. If your students tend to draw small (which … Read More
Young artists can learn how to draw a crab if they take it just one step at a time. Here are nine simple steps to draw this colorful fellow. Did you know that Crabs are invertebrates (animals without a backbone)? Their … Read More
Try this rocket drawing easy enough for even very young artists. It’s kind of your old-fashioned version made from a few simple shapes. If you are ready for an extra challenge, try shading the background from black to purple or … Read More
A step by step tutorial for an eagle drawing easy for young elementary students to follow. It’s perfect for classes learning about American symbols. By placing him on a branch, and turning his head just a bit, students can focus … Read More
Show your students how to draw mushrooms with this step by step tutorial, and then turn it into a watercolor resist project. Crayons add some fun extra texture. Learning how to draw is a gradual process of learning to notice … Read More
If you want to draw a bear face, one that is easy enough for even kinders to tackle, this one will do nicely. Scroll down for more bear drawing projects. Make sure though to begin with the two center guidelines … Read More