Draw a Log Cabin
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Have fun with this simple step by step lesson for learning how to draw a log cabin. This easy log cabin tutorial is perfect for fairly young kids looking to learn how to draw.
All drawing steps are included here which make it fun and simple to follow! Plan for this drawing to require about 20 minutes, but the art-making process can actually take longer if a background is included in addition to the subject matter.
Drawing is much more fun when you have a easy-to-understand lesson to reference. Enjoy!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- Draw a Log Cabin Printable PDF (see bottom of lesson)
By the end of this lesson we will arrive at a finished drawing of a log cabin by drawing one part at a time. This project will take 6 steps to complete as we continue to draw each area moving closer to the completed work of art. The completed drawing will be detailed with color resulting in a artwork you can be proud of!
Time Needed: 20 minutes
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First Draw The Roof
First, draw the V-shaped outline of the front part of the roof. Then, form the side of the roof by drawing a rectangular shape as shown.
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Now Form The Walls
Now, create a rectangle to outline the cabin’s walls. Then, attach a stack of logs to the sides of the cabin by drawing columnar shapes similar to the illustration.
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Attach The Door
Start by drawing the rectangular outline of the window frame. Then, attach the rounded doorknob.
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Draw The Chimney
Draw the shape of the chimney attached to the roof.
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Add Wooden Texture
Add the wooden texture of the log cabin by drawing vertical and horizontal lines.
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Complete The Log Cabin Drawing
Let’s add some color to the log cabin drawing! First, fill the roof and door with a blue crayon. Next, color the door frame with an orange crayon and the door knob with a yellow crayon. Now, use a gray crayon for the chimney. Then, use shades of brown to color the walls made of logs and wooden planks.
Draw a Log Cabin PDF Download
Click the link below to view or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a printable drawing lesson for Draw a Log Cabin. The last page of the downloadable PDF includes a coloring book page with just the outlines and an extension exercise for prompting kids to get creative!