Arcade Drawing (easy)
Let’s explore how to create an arcade machine drawing. This lesson will guide you through the process of capturing a fun element from classic video game culture. You’ll learn to use basic shapes and design techniques to form your drawing, focusing on important features like the screen and controller panel.
As you work on your drawing, remember that each part is essential in making your arcade machine recognizable. Pay attention to details like the joystick and buttons, which add character to your artwork. This lesson encourages you to practice your artistic skills while developing a sense of design.
Take your time as you follow along, and don’t hesitate to make adjustments as needed. With patience and focus, you’ll create an arcade machine that showcases your understanding of art and design principles.
Materials
- Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons, Colored Pencils, or Markers
- Black Marker (optional)
As you get ready to create your own arcade machine drawing, remember that taking your time is key to making it awesome! Pay close attention to how the different shapes fit together. Each part of the arcade machine, like the screen and the controller panel, has its own size and shape that work together to form a cool design. By noticing these relationships, you’ll find it easier to draw each piece just right.
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Outline the Controller Panel
First, draw a rectangle to form the arcade machine’s controller panel where the joystick and buttons will be attached.
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Form the Screen Panel
Above the controller panel, draw another tilted rectangle for the screen display panel.
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Draw the Marquee
On top of the screen panel, draw a wide rectangular marquee.
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Write the Game Title
Inside the marquee, write ARCADE GAME to label the game.
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Attach the Joystick
Draw a thin rod with a round head. Then, outline the circular base of the joystick.
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Add the Buttons
Next to the joystick, add two circular buttons.
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Outline the Body of the Arcade Machine
Form the outline of the arcade machine’s body.
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Draw the Kick Plate
At the bottom of the arcade machine, draw a rectangular kick plate. Then, add four small circular screws.
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Color the Easy Arcade. Drawing
First, fill in the screen with dark blue. Next, color the screen panel and controller panel orange. Use red for the joystick head, light gray for the joystick rod, and black for its base. Now, fill the buttons with green. Then, use purple for the side panel and red for both the marquee and the bottom panel. Color the game title background yellow. Finally, use gray to shade the kick plate and white for the screws.
Arcade Drawing (easy) PDF Download
Check out the resource below! It has all the drawing steps and some extra fun stuff, like a coloring book page. You can either preview or download the PDF to keep it handy for later!