How to Draw Pluto
Children will have fun learning how to draw Pluto in 6 simple steps.
Sharpen a pencil and follow along with these clear 6 drawing steps. You’ll learn the fundamentals for drawing the planet Pluto.
This lesson only takes about 20 minutes and includes a pdf you can easily print or download. The pdf lesson even contains a “coloring book” page with just the line art. This accompanies perfectly with crayons, colored pencils, or markers. It is useful for very young kids requiring extra guidance and simply looking to fill in Pluto.
Enjoy the process of learning how to draw Pluto in space. Go beyond the lesson…don’t forget to add some personal details. It is time to get drawing!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- How to Draw Pluto Printable PDF (see bottom of lesson)
The goal is to arrive at a finished drawing of Pluto by drawing one part at a time. It will take 6 steps in total as we continue to create each area which will get us closer to the completed work of art. The final artwork will be detailed with color creating a drawing you will be proud of!
Time Needed: 20 minutes
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Form The Shape Of The Planet
First, form the rounded shape of the planet Pluto.
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Draw The Heart Of Pluto
Outline the heart-shaped distinct feature on the surface of Pluto.
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Outline The Texture Of The Planet
Draw wavy lines to add texture to the rocky surface of the dwarf planet.
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Add More Texture
Add more texture to the surface of the planet by drawing wavy lines.
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Draw Craters
Add small oval shapes to draw the craters on the surface of the planet.
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Complete The Pluto Drawing
Let’s complete our drawing of Pluto by adding some color! First, fill in the Heart of Pluto with a cream colored crayon. Next, shade the craters with a light brown crayon. Then, color the surface of the planet with darker shades of brown.
How to Draw Pluto PDF Download
Click the link below to view or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a printable drawing lesson for How to Draw Pluto. 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!