How to Draw a Real Tree

Last Updated: November 7, 2018

Trees provide food and shade. They keep our air supply clean and help make our world look beautiful. This tutorial will show you how to draw your own beautiful tree.

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For colouring, you can chose from colored pencils, crayons, markers or watercolors. Use quality paper so your color will come out nicely.
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Add bark details on the tree trunk. Make it as realistic as you can.
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How can I draw realistic flowers on the tree?

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Start with a circle and add some wispy petals. Make sure that you shade, too!

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How do I draw a big tree?

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If you mean tall, elongate the trunk but not the branches. If you mean "bigger all around," widen the trunk and spread the branches wider.

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Why do I need to add cylinders to my tree?

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The cylinders can help you shape your tree and choose the correct placement for your branches. However, you can skip that step if you don't think it's necessary.

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