How to Draw a Plateau
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how to draw a plateau. The process is straightforward and will take about 30 minutes. You will start by outlining the basic shapes and then move on to adding texture and color to make your drawing stand out.
As you follow along, focus on the different elements of the plateau, such as its flat top and rugged sides. Pay attention to how these shapes come together to form a natural landscape. Remember, taking your time is important, so don’t rush through any part of the lesson.
By the end of this lesson, you will have a completed drawing that captures the essence of a plateau. With practice, you can improve your skills and develop your own style in landscape drawing.
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons | Colored Pencils | Markers (you choose)
- Black Marker (optional)
Get ready to draw a stunning plateau! This lesson is packed with nine fun steps that will guide you through the process of creating this incredible natural formation. You’ll start by shaping the flat top of the plateau and then outline its unique sides. As you go, notice how the lines and angles help create the rugged look of the plateau.Next, you’ll add details like rocky terrain and patches of grass, which will make your drawing feel more lively. Don’t forget to include fluffy clouds in the background to give your scene depth! Once you have everything sketched out, it’s time to add some color. You can choose from a variety of colors to make your drawing pop. Remember, each step is important, so take your time and enjoy bringing your plateau to life on paper!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Form the Top of the Plateau
First, draw a wavy oval shape to form the flat top of a plateau.
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Outline the Main Shape
Next, outline the main shape of the plateau by forming its tapering sides and drawing a jagged base.
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Form the Edges
Create the rough edges of the plateau by drawing short, jagged lines.
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Draw More Plateaus
Similar to the previous steps, start by forming the flat top of the plateau. Outline the main tapering shape, then add short lines to create a rough texture.
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Create the Rocky Terrain
Draw jagged horizontal lines to form the rocky terrain surrounding the plateaus.
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Add the Rocks
Draw oval-shaped rocks in front of the plateaus.
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Form the Grass
Add patches of grass in the foreground and on top of the plateaus.
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Outline the Clouds
Draw large, fluffy clouds in the background.
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Color the Plateau Drawing
First, color the sky blue and the clouds white. Next, use orange to fill in the rocks and a lighter orange for the tops of the plateaus. Now, shade the sides of the plateaus with brown and dark orange. Then, color the grass green. Use dark brown for the foreground terrain and lighter shades of brown for the terrain around the plateaus. Finally, shade the background terrain with a cream color.
How to Draw a Plateau 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!