How to Draw a Library
Kids can learn how to draw a library by following the example drawings in this easy guide.
Grab some art supplies and follow along with these easy 9 drawing steps. You’ll learn the fundamentals for drawing a library.
This lesson only takes about 30 minutes and includes a pdf you can easily print or download. The pdf lesson even contains a coloring-book-like page with just the line art. This pairs perfectly with crayons. It is ideal for very young kids requiring extra guidance and simply looking to color in a library.
Enjoy learning how to draw a library. Go beyond the lesson…don’t forget to add some creative details. It is time to get drawing!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- How to Draw a Library Printable PDF (see bottom of lesson)
In today’s post, we are going to discover how to draw a library on paper. The shape and proportion of each part will be observed in each step of the tutorial. Take notice that the blue pencil lines are used to show the new components being drawn in each step.
Time Needed: 30 minutes
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Form The Second Floor
First, draw a V-shaped outline with a short vertical line on each side.
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Outline The Signage
Next, draw a rectangle to outline the library signage.
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Write The Text Library
Now, write the text “LIBRARY” on the signage.
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Draw The Roof
Draw a thin horizontal rectangle to form the roof.
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Add Stairs
Draw two long rectangular strips to form the stairs at the base of the library.
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Attach The Columns
Form four vertical columns attached to the roof and base of the building.
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Draw The Windows
Draw the arch-shaped windows. Next, form the cross-shaped outline of the grilles on the window.
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Form The Door
Form two U-shapes with a vertical line in the center to draw the main door of the library.
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Complete The Library Drawing
Let’s complete our library drawing by adding some color! First, use a brown crayon to color the main door and the ends of the columns. Now, use a cream colored crayon to fill the library signage and the middle part of the columns. Next, shade the roofs and stairs with a dull orange crayon. Then, fill the windows with a light blue crayon. Finally, paint the walls of the library building with a pink crayon.
How to Draw a Library PDF Download
Click the link below to view or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a printable drawing lesson for How to Draw a Library. 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!