Learn how to draw a Haunted House, a perennial favorite for kids that love to draw all things Halloween. Haunted houses come in all shapes and sizes, of course, but if students really want to make them look scary, I … Read More
Learn how to draw the Golden Gate Bridge with this step by step tutorial. It gets a little easier when you keep it a silhouette. The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the bay in San Francisco … Read More
Follow this step by step tutorial to learn how to draw the pyramids in their natural surroundings, hot sun, sand, shadows and all. After drawing your pyramid in its natural setting, you could get out paint and mix some colors … Read More
Learn how to draw a Windmill, the old fashioned kind still found in Denmark. Many artists have been fascinated with their look over the years. To learn more about the history of windmills, you can go look back to a … Read More
Learn how to draw like Edward Hopper with this easy step by step tutorial. His landscape paintings were admired for the feelings they evoked. Edward Hopper, an American painter, was famous for his realistic landscapes and cityscapes that always seemed … Read More
Learn how to draw Row Houses with this easy step by step tutorial. These are a few from Rainbow Row in Charleston, South Carolina. Rainbow Row is a series of 13 brightly-colored houses along the waterfront in Charleston and is … Read More
Learn how to draw the Parthenon, with this easy step by step tutorial. This facade is true to the original, with its eight symmetrical columns. MATERIALS Draw the Parthenon (click to download a PDF) Drawing paper Black marker Crayons DIRECTIONS
Learn how to draw the London Tower Bridge with this easy step by step tutorial. The bridge crosses the river Thames and has become an iconic symbol of London. There are towers, and there are bridges, and then there is … Read More
Learn how to draw Notre Dame and you just may get a peek into the brilliant thinking that went into its design and construction. Notre Dame’s architecture is noted for its intricacies, but students can also learn to appreciate just … Read More
Learn how to draw a bridge with this easy step by step tutorial, and then turn it into a lovely shaded sunset. Good old crayons might be more versatile than you think! You can mix some mechanical drawing practice with … Read More
Learn how to draw a house in the suburbs with stylish windows, attached garage and pretty landscaping. Easy step by step directions will show you how. Need some new ideas for drawing a house? This tutorial starts with a basic … Read More
Learn how to draw a cottage and surround it with colorful landscaping with this step by step tutorial. Who says there always has to be green things around it? Houses come in a million different shapes and sizes, so why … Read More
When kids learn how to draw a castle, they can use both sides of their brain. The right to make it look structurally sound, and the left for all the fairy tale possibilities. When your kids are ready for something … Read More
Learn how to paint a castle, and keep it simple so that you can add details with crayons and watercolor. A castle makes for a great crayon resist project too, as the crayons are perfect for adding some texture to … Read More
For the student that wants to learn how to draw the Statue of Liberty with step by step directions, and some pretty realistic details. The Statue of Liberty has a fascinating history of how she came to be. Back in … Read More
Focus on drawing the Statue of Liberty face and you can learn more about all the amazing features of this iconic American landmark.Save This was an annual project with kinders, back when I was still in the classroom. Every spring … Read More
Draw your neighborhood by creating stacked blocks, instead of side by side ones. It lets students focus on just drawing buildings. Ask students to consider some city blocks they are familiar with, without worrying how far things really are. The … Read More
Many children learn how to draw a house when they are very young, and then tend to keep drawing the same shape for years and years. Here’s some inspiration for few other options. Drawing buildings calls for a more organized … Read More
Learn how to draw a barn with this step by step tutorial. A few key features will help students draw this very classic version. It only takes a few extra touches to make a barn look like a barn, and … Read More
Learn how to draw a mosque with this easy step by step tutorial. It features architectural details very different from our western houses of worship. The amazing symmetry of middle eastern buildings, like the this Mosque and the Taj Mahal, … Read More