How to Draw Autumn Leaves
Young artists can learn how to draw autum leaves by following the images in this simple guide.
Follow along with these simple 6 drawing steps. You will learn the fundamentals for drawing autum leaves.
This lesson only takes about 20 minutes and includes a pdf you can easily print or download. The pdf guide even contains a coloring-book-like page with just the line art. This pairs well with crayons or colored pencils. This is wonderful for very young children looking for some extra guidance and are looking to shade in autum leaves.
Enjoy the process of learning how to draw autum leaves. Go beyond the lesson…don’t forget to add some unique details. It is time to get drawing!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- How to Draw Autum Leaves Printable PDF (see bottom of lesson)
In this lesson, you’ll discover how to create beautiful autumn leaves with just a few simple steps. You’ll be guided through six easy steps that will help you understand the shapes and details of different leaves. As you draw, you can choose to outline your pencil sketches with a thin black marker if you like the look of bold outlines. This can really make your drawing stand out! Remember, the goal is to enjoy the process and express yourself, so feel free to add your own special touches and colors. Grab your materials and get ready to explore the wonderful world of autumn leaves!
Time Needed: 30 minutes
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Draw The Stem
Draw three thin shapes to form the stems.
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Form The White Ash Leaf
Form a wavy shape to create the blade of the White Ash leaf.
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Draw Chestnut Leaf
Now, draw the jagged shape of the Chestnut leaf.
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Outline The Oak Leaf
Next, outline the Oak leaf by drawing a bumpy shape.
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Form The Veins
Form veins on the leaves by creating diagonal lines.
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Complete The Drawing Of Autumn Leaves
Let’s add some earthy colors to our drawing of autumn leaves! First, color the stems with a dark brown crayon. Next, fill in the Oak leaf with an orange crayon. Then, color the White Ash leaf with a yellow crayon. Finally, use a green crayon to shade the Chestnut leaf.
How to Draw Autum Leaves PDF Download
Click the link below to view or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a printable drawing lesson for How to Draw Autum Leaves. 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!