How to Draw the Battle Bus
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how to create your very own Battle Bus, inspired by the popular video game “Fortnite.” This lesson will guide you through the process with clear instructions, helping you focus on outlining and detailing your drawing. You can expect to spend about 30 minutes on this activity, so grab your materials and get ready to practice your skills.
Drawing is all about improvement, so don’t worry if things don’t turn out perfectly the first time. Remember that mistakes are part of learning, and each attempt will help you get better. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a cool Battle Bus drawing that showcases unique features like the hot air balloon and its burner!
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- Ruler
Get ready to create your very own Battle Bus drawing! This fun project will let you express your style and imagination. As you follow along, remember that while I’ll share some color ideas, you have the freedom to choose whatever colors you like. This is your artwork, so make it unique!You’ll be using some basic materials like paper, a pencil, and maybe some crayons or colored pencils to add that special touch. If you want, a black marker can help outline your drawing for a bold look. Take your time and enjoy the process; there’s no rush! Once you’re all set up, you’ll be amazed at how your drawing comes together. So grab your supplies and get ready to start crafting your awesome Battle Bus!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Outline the Body of the Bus
Start by drawing a thin, long roof. Now, outline the rectangular-like body of the Battle Bus. Then, add the hood and a rectangular headlight.
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Draw the Wheels
Draw ring-shaped wheels underneath the bus. Then, add curved fenders on top of each wheel. Make sure to any extra lines that overlap.
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Add the Metal Struts
Draw two thick metal struts from the bus roof to the wheel hubs. These will hold the cables for the hot air balloon.
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Outline the Windshield and Windows
Create evenly spaced out rectangles for the windshield and windows.
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Add the Horizontal Strips
Add thin horizontal strips running along the side of the bus’s body.
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Draw the Burner
Draw the hot air balloon burner on top of the roof, in between the metal struts as shown. Then, outline the flame on the burner.
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Form the Balloon
Above the burner, draw the large, rounded shape of the hot air balloon.
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Attach the Cables
Use a ruler to draw diagonal lines to draw the cables that connect the hot air balloon to the metal struts on the bus.
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Color the Battle Bus Drawing
First, paint the bus blue. Next, use black for the hood, tires, and the horizontal strips. Now, fill in the windshield and windows light blue. Next, use white for the headlight and yellow for the wheel hubs. Color the metal struts light gray, and the burner in various shades of gray. Then, fill in the flame teal. Finally, color the balloon with teal and white.
How to Draw the Battle Bus 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.