How to Draw a Tree Stump
In this lesson, you will learn how to draw a tree stump. You will find helpful images that guide you through the process, making it easier to create your own drawing. This lesson is designed for you to practice and improve your skills, so don’t worry if your first try isn’t exactly what you hoped for.
Drawing takes time and effort, and that’s perfectly okay! You can revisit this lesson whenever you want to practice more. Expect to spend about 20 minutes on this activity, which will help you understand basic shapes and textures while drawing a common element of nature.
As you work through the steps, focus on capturing the unique features of a tree stump. Remember, each attempt helps you get better, so keep practicing and enjoy the learning experience!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons | Colored Pencils | Markers (you choose)
- Black Marker (optional)
Get ready to create your very own tree stump drawing! This lesson will guide you through six fun steps that will help you understand how to shape and detail your artwork. As you follow along, pay close attention to how the different parts of the stump relate to each other in size and form.You’ll start by drawing the flat top of the stump and then build up the trunk with vertical lines. Next, you’ll add thick roots that spread out from the base, giving your stump a sturdy foundation. To make it look more natural, you’ll include short lines to show the woody texture and oval growth rings on top. Don’t forget to sprinkle in some grass around the roots for extra detail! With each step, you’ll see how all these elements come together to form a beautiful tree stump. So grab your pencil and paper, and let’s get started on this exciting drawing project!
Time Needed: 30 minutes
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Draw the Trunk
First, draw the oval-like flat top surface of the tree stump. Then, add vertical lines to form the trunk.
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Form the Roots
Form the thick roots spreading out from the base of the trunk.
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Add the Woody Texture
Add short lines along the surface of the tree stump to outline its woody texture.
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Outline the Growth Rings
Create oval growth rings along the top of the tree stump.
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Add the Grass
Add short, pointy blades of grass in between the roots. Don’t forget to erase any overlapping lines.
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Color the Tree Stump Drawing
First, color the top of the tree stump with a cream color. Next, shade the trunk and roots brown. Then, fill in the patches of grass green.
How to Draw a Tree Stump PDF Download
You can check out this drawing lesson in PDF format below. This PDF is a handy resource for learning how to draw a tree stump. The last page has a coloring book page with just the outlines for you to fill in! You can either preview it or download it for later use.