Learn to draw a cute, cartoon-style elephant with this step-by-step guide that's perfect for beginners. Add your own spin on things by coloring it in with grays, blues, or even a splash of pink for fun!

This easy tulip drawing tutorial is perfect for beginners wanting to make the most of those spring blooms! Using simple shapes and some great step-by-step guidance, you'll learn how to sketch and layer each petal. Trust me, it’ll make a lovely addition to journals, cards, or seasonal art projects!

This no-nonsense rundown simplifies tricky shapes and helps you capture the signature curves of a horse’s muzzle, ears, and mane without much prior practice. Perfect for kiddos or anyone wanting to build their confidence by drawing more realistic animals.

Head under the sea by giving this surprisingly approachable sea turtle tutorial a whirl! With clear visuals and simple instructions, you'll learn how to create the rounded shell, flippers, and gentle facial features. It’s ideal for beginners or kids, and this project promises to add a splash of color to any sketchbook!

Ready to reach for the stars? This fun, beginner-friendly guide shows you how to create a glowing, crater-speckled moon of dreams. It’s easy to jazz up with color, glitter, or a touch of craft paper for texture. Bonus points if you pair it with a night sky!

Make a splash with this enchanting mermaid drawing! You'll learn to sketch her flowing hair, signature pose, and even a sparkling tail with easy-to-follow steps. And the best part? You can totally personalize your mermaid’s look from her colors to the underwater backdrop!

I love pulling out this idea when I’m looking to practice symmetry but also want a vibrant piece of art when I’m finished. This tutorial lets you craft delicate wings, antennae, and soft details to practice light shading. Go wild with vibrant shades and shapes to make it your own!

Take a step up from stick figures with this simple (but expressive!) guide on how to draw a boy! It focuses on basic shapes (plus hair and clothing!), so it’s perfect for kids or anyone really new to drawing. It’s also a great way to get started on character creation as an adult!

I just adore how easy this tutorial is to follow, and it’s a fabulous option for capturing intricate details of hair and clothes without feeling overwhelmed by shading. It’s a blast for beginners or children wanting to bring their friends to life!

Who doesn’t love Baby Groot? This step-by-step guide is technically geared at kids, but it’s an awesome pick for any Marvel fan wanting to brighten their sketchbook. The expressive arms and tiny branches make it a touch more challenging, so don’t count this out if you’re an adult!

Create the ultimate sweet treat by building a classic ice cream cone with an extra scoop (or two!) on top. Beginners can stick with the ice cream itself. But feel free to play around with sprinkles, cherries, or even a drizzle of chocolate syrup to test your sketching and shading skills!

Ready to unleash your inner paleontologist? Starting with simple shapes and lines, you’ll build up your cartoon dino over a few easy steps (including those study legs and a smiling face!). It’s a great way to practice basic drawing skills while playing around with color and strong, cartoon-esque lines.

Perfect for beginners, this sketch lets you create your very own royal character with a gorgeous gown and tiara in virtually no time. Colors bring this piece to life, but the magic is really in the intricate crinoline shape and frills!

Usher in some summer vibes with this super-straightforward sunflower tutorial. This sketch is a great exercise for practicing repeated shapes as you fill in the petals. It’ll also test your freehand circles. Every sunflower is different, so why not experiment with different core and petal sizes?

Drawing animals is always a little tricky to nail as a beginner. This simple sketch walks you through creating your own furry friend. The guide stops after the lines are drawn, so you can color your cat into any breed you like to make things your own.

This tutorial helps you draw a geometrically perfect rainbow by using a pair of compasses. If you haven’t used one since grade school (or you want a fun way to help your child practice!)  this drawing is a great place to start!

This sketch is a great introduction to what we call negative space. Rather than drawing the cloud, you’ll begin by coloring in the blue sky around the cloud’s outline. This gives you a beautifully defined cloud without having to reach for the white pencil!

Sketching a cactus is one of my favorite ways to work on freehand lines without any pressure. The natural rib lines on actual cactuses are far from straight, so the wobblier your lines are, the better! Experiment with different shapes and sizes or branch out by drawing a desert scene with lots of cacti!

This simple flowers tutorial is great for exploring different shapes and variations of flowers if you’re struggling to nail different petal types. And once you’re done, you can have fun coloring it in!

This tutorial goes a little beyond the absolute basics by introducing different line thicknesses and color highlights to make your clover stand out. There are several freehand curves in this one, so remember that every clover may be a different shape and size. Don’t fret about the leaves being uniform!

In the mood for some Thanksgiving-themed fun? This easy pumpkin sketch is perfect for kids and beginners alike. The steps are simple, but you can put extra effort into your crayon shading for that 3D effect. This heartwarming video guide shows a father and daughter attempting the same drawing, showing how this idea can be adapted for all ages!

This cute and cuddly unicorn tutorial breaks down how to capture all the features of your favorite mythical creature. Starting with the head, you’ll work in the body, mane, and tail in easy-to-follow steps!

Sometimes, we all just need a little sprinkle of pixie dust in our lives. This impossibly cute fairy comes to life with a series of bold geometric shapes. She’s full of character without being too complicated! When you’re done, bust out the crayons and give your magical friend a splash of color.

Although the overall shape is simple, there are a few fun elements that make a football drawing a fun challenge for kids or beginners. There’s laces, seams, and stripes to contend with! You’ll also be drawing a freehand oval, so practice this a few times to see how regular you can make it!

This tutorial is actually three lessons in one. The basic version has you drawing a circular orange slice complete with segments. Once you’ve mastered that, attempt the half orange! This nifty sketch looks remarkably 3D using only a couple of circles! If you’re feeling brave, try the complete orange with leaves!

Peaches have a gorgeous color and have an instantly recognizable, iconic shape. So, they’re the perfect sketch subject for a beginner. Grab a real-life peach and copy its natural coloring to add a touch of authenticity to your drawing.

This cool cartoon house drawing is all about straight lines and clean angles. It looks like there’s a lot going on, but this step-by-step guide breaks the process down into bite-sized portions. Once you’ve mastered the techniques for windows, doors, and chimneys, you can customize your house however you like!

Set sail on the high seas with this easy cartoon boat sketch. There are plenty of elements like portholes, funnels, and anchors for you to experiment with. This drawing introduces us to motion in a straightforward way. Believe it or not, the angle of the boat and the direction of the waves is all we need to bring this voyage to life!

A joyful sketch of a bunch of balloons is a great way to explore the idea of depth. There’s no simpler shape than a single balloon, but add a load more and you’ll start to see layering in your drawing. Add a shiny reflection spot and some tied ends, and you’ll have a realistic bunch of balloons that’s simple enough for anyone to master.

Kite-flying is one of life’s wonderful, simple joys, and this step-by-step tutorial will have you heading into the stratosphere in no time. When it’s finished, decorate your kite with as many streamers, tassels, and strings as you like!

This is a wonderful cartoony sketch for adults and kids alike. Have some fun sketching different kinds of lightbulbs. Maybe the fitting is different, or it has a funny-shaped bulb, or perhaps it blew and the filament snapped? There are so many ideas to play around with!

Drawing a castle is a brilliant way to have a bit of fantasy fun. This simple guide has all the best parts - towers, battlements, and that classic gate! Once your castle is done, add a few figures and you can tell a fabulous story. Damsels in distress, knights riding into battle, and powerful wizards. The only limit is your imagination!

This cheeky-looking stingray is super fun to draw and this method is totally freeform. You begin by squiggling a curved shape, then you’ll construct your new aquatic pal around it. This means every stingray you draw will look different, giving you a chance to build your skills over time.

Don’t be put off by the number of lines here! This praying mantis tutorial is a great idea for a beginner who's looking to push their limits. Every step is super simple and well explained, so just dive in.

Drawing a chair gives you excellent practice with perspective and depth as a beginner. This gloriously simple tutorial breaks down how to capture a full, 3D chair on a flat page. Follow along, and you’ll be well on your way to mastering the third dimension!

Landscape drawing is a beautiful, detailed art form, but even the masters started somewhere. This incredible step-by-step guide demystifies landscape drawing and makes it accessible for beginners. So, head outside, get inspired by the flowers and scenery, and have some fun!

This fun beginner guide to drawing glasses will have you sketching up some sublime specs in no time. There are some great little tricks in here to learn, like using reflection lines to show the presence of lenses. A glasses drawing is also a good exercise in mirroring your work, ensuring that both sides are the same!

Tree drawing is a fantastic way to explore nature with your pencil. This guide offers several styles from classic leafy trees to more abstract shapes, making it perfect for newbie artists of all ages. You’ll get to experiment with textures like bark and foliage, and once your sketch is done, grab those greens and browns to bring your tree to life!

This adorable ghost drawing tutorial is bursting with charm and spooky fun. With its super simple shapes and customizable expressions, it’s ideal for Halloween crafts or just for practicing your doodles! Add accessories like bows, hats, or even candy bags to make your ghost one-of-a-kind.

Whether it’s a robin, blue tit, or goldfinch, this guide breaks down bird drawing into easy steps that even total beginners can follow. You’ll cover drawing freehand, the grid system, tracing, and using graphite-based paper to level-up your skills!