How to Draw an Easy Cactus at Sunset
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how to create an easy cactus scene during sunset. This lesson is designed to take about 30 minutes, giving you enough time to explore the process and develop your skills. You will find helpful images that guide you through each part of the drawing, making it easier to understand how to build your artwork.
By following the simple instructions, you can improve your drawing abilities and gain confidence in your work. Remember to focus on each part of the process and take your time. This approach will help you manage each part of the drawing lesson.
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons | Colored Pencils | Markers (you choose)
- Black Marker (optional)
- Circle Template (optional)
Get ready to follow along with nine easy drawing steps that will help you create your very own cactus scene at sunset! This drawing is super easy to do, but the results are outstanding! Before you know it, you’ll have a beautiful desert sunset complete with cacti on your paper. If you enjoy the bold outlines in my drawing, you might want to use a thin black marker to trace over your pencil lines once you’re finished. Remember, it’s just paper, so don’t be afraid to experiment and have fun as you create your artwork!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Outline the Columnar Cactus
Start by drawing a tall columnar cactus on the right side.
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Add the Cactus Arms
Add curving arms attached to the tall cactus.
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Draw the Grass
Draw small tufts of grass at the base of the cactus.
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Outline the Ground
Create a jagged horizontal line to outline the desert ground. Then, add some patches of grass.
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Form the Smaller Cactus
On the left side of the drawing, form a smaller cactus to make it look like it’s farther in the distance.
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Outline the Terrain
Draw the bumpy horizontal outline of the rough terrain behind the smaller cactus.
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Add the Tall Rocky Mountains
Add tall rocky mountains in the background.
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Outline the Sun
Add a large circular sun peeking from behind the mountains. Feel free to use a circular guide.
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Color the Easy Desert Cactus Drawing
First, fill in the right cactus and foreground with black to create a silhouette effect. Next, use dark shades of brown for the distant cactus and desert ground. Now, color the mountains with orange. Then, fill in the sky with a gradient of orange and yellow to create a sunset. Finally, color the sun with white.
How to Draw an Easy Cactus at Sunset 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!