How to Draw a Kite

How to Draw a Kite

Hey all, it's your drawing instructor here, Dawn with a lovely new lesson on how to draw a kite. Grab that trusty pencil and some colorful shading tools 'cause we're about to unleash some creativity all up in here!

In today's lesson, we're going to break down the steps to draw a kite, it'll practically fly off the page. We're talking details, background, and the works. Get ready to add a splash of color and really make this kite pop.

Remember, it's all about the joy of creating and expressing yourself through art. No rules, just pure artistic vibes here!  Let's make some magic happen together as we take your art game to brand new heights. Let's get drawing!

Estimated Time: 30 minutes

Level: Beginner

Materials

  • Pencil
  • Drawing Paper
  • Crayons or Colored Pencils
  • Black Marker (optional)

Lesson: How to Draw a Kite

Alright, peeps! Today, we're diving into drawing a cool looking kite way up in the sky. In just 12 steps, you'll master the shapes and details of a colorful kite blowing in the breeze. No time for playing around, so grab your sketchbook and let's get it done!

Outline the Kite

How to Draw a Kite - Step-1

Start by drawing a diamond shape to outline the main body of the kite.

Divide the Kite

How to Draw a Kite - Step-2

Draw a vertical line from the top to the bottom point of the diamond and a horizontal line from the left to the right point, dividing the kite into four sections.

Attach the Frame

How to Draw a Kite - Step-3

Add the frame of the kite peeking from the corners.

Add the Tail

How to Draw a Kite - Step-4

At the bottom point of the diamond, draw a wavy tail. Then, add the bows tied to the tail of the kite.

Outline the String

How to Draw a Kite - Step-5

Draw a long, curved line extending down and off to one side of the drawing to outline the string.

Add Streamers

How to Draw a Kite - Step-6

Attach thin, wavy streamers on the sides of the kite.

Draw the Pattern of the Kite

How to Draw a Kite - Step-7

Outline the diamond pattern on the body of the kite.

Add Clouds

How to Draw a Kite - Step-8

Add some fluffy clouds around the kite.

Shade the Kite

How to Draw a Kite - Step-9

Use vibrant shades of pink, green and yellow to make the kite stand out.

Fill in the Frame

How to Draw a Kite - Step-10

Fill in the wooden frame of the kite with brown.

Color the Streamers and Tail

How to Draw a Kite - Step-11

Add a pop of color to the streamers and tail of the kite by using bright, vibrant colors.

Fill in the Sky

How to Draw a Kite - Step-12

Use light blue to color the sky. Then, color the clouds white.