Drawing is a fun way to express yourself, and today, we’re going to draw a lovely lotus flower together. Get your drawing tools ready—like markers or colored pencils—and let’s begin!
Start with a Smile: Draw a curved line in the middle of your paper that looks like a smile.
Create the First Petal: Find the middle of your smile line and make a small point. From this point, draw an “S” shape that goes up, then down, and back up again. This is your first petal.
Repeat for the Other Side: Draw the same petal shape on the other side to make it look even.
Draw the Middle Petal: Make a point above the center of the first two petals. Draw a curve from this point down to the base of the first petal. Do the same on the other side.
Continue Adding Petals: Keep adding points above the petals you have, drawing curves that go down. Leave small spaces between the petals to make it look natural.
Add Points Between Existing Petals: Draw new points between the petals you’ve already made.
Draw Curves for New Petals: From each new point, draw curves that connect to the petals below, filling in the spaces to make a fuller flower.
Draw the Top Petals: Add a petal at the top by drawing a line straight up from the center and making a point. Draw a curve from this point to the petals below.
Add Bottom Petals: From the middle, draw lines downwards to add more petals at the bottom. Use diagonal lines that curve inwards to complete the shape.
Symmetry and Variation: Try to make both sides look similar, but it’s okay if they’re a little different. This makes your flower special.
Color Your Lotus Flower: Once you’re happy with your drawing, color it! Use your favorite colors—maybe pink for the petals and yellow for the center.
Great job on your beautiful lotus flower! Remember, the best part of drawing is having fun and practicing. Each drawing is special, and you can try different colors and styles. Enjoy your art adventure, and feel free to draw more flowers anytime!
Petal Hunt: Go on a nature walk with a parent or guardian and look for different types of flowers. Observe the shapes and arrangements of the petals. Can you find a flower that looks similar to your lotus drawing? Take a picture or make a quick sketch of your favorite flower to share with the class.
Petal Patterns: Use colored paper or craft materials to create your own paper lotus flower. Cut out petal shapes and arrange them in layers, just like in your drawing. Experiment with different colors and sizes to see how they change the look of your flower. Display your paper lotus at home or in the classroom.
Color Experiment: Try coloring your lotus flower using different mediums like crayons, watercolors, or pastels. Notice how each medium changes the appearance of your flower. Which one do you like best? Why? Share your colored lotus with a friend and explain your choice of colors and medium.
