How to Draw Lemongrass
In this lesson, you will learn how to draw lemongrass, a plant often found in asian gardens. This drawing session will take about 20 minutes, and all you need is a pencil, some paper, and your favorite coloring tools. You can choose to keep your drawing as a simple outline or add color to make it more interesting.
The focus of this lesson is on understanding the shapes of lemongrass as you create your artwork. By following along with the instructions, you’ll develop your skills in drawing plants accurately. Get ready to explore the unique features of lemongrass and improve your drawing abilities!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils or Markers
- Black Marker (optional)
To create your own drawing of lemongrass, just follow along with the instructions, and soon you’ll have a beautiful piece of art! Remember, while I’ll share some color ideas, you have the freedom to choose whatever colors you like. As you draw, pay close attention to the unique shapes of the lemongrass. Notice how the bulbous base looks and how the tall, curving leaves reach up toward the sky. Each part has its own special features that make it interesting. So grab your pencil and get ready to express yourself through your drawing!
Time Needed: 30 minutes
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Draw the Base
First, outline the bulbous base of the lemongrass.
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Add More Bulb Bases
Next, draw more bulb-shaped bases on both sides of the first one.
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Form the Leaf Blades
Start drawing the tall, curving leaf blades growing upward from the center bulb.
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Draw the Right Leaf Blades
Add long, pointy leaf blades drooping to the right.
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Form the Left Leaf Blades
Form curving leaf blades pointing to the left.
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Color the Lemongrass Drawing
Use a pale light green color for the bulb bases. Then, use bright green to shade the tall leaf blades.
How to Draw Lemongrass PDF Download
Don’t forget to look at the PDF available below! You can either download it or take a peek at it. This resource will help you with your lesson on how to draw lemongrass.