Learn how to draw cabin with a calm, beginner-friendly sequence. This easy drawing tutorial breaks the subject into simple curves and shapes that are easy to follow.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black fineliner or marker
- Colored pencils or crayons
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Time needed:
25 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the Roof
Sketch the wide curved roof and a small chimney near its right side. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 2: Build the Log Walls
Extend two wall edges and add short horizontal log lines across the front. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 3: Add the Left Window
Draw an oval window with a thick rim and crossed inner panes. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 4: Add the Right Window
Repeat the oval framed window on the right side of the cabin. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 5: Draw the Front Door
Place a tall rounded doorway at center and add vertical plank lines. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 6: Outline the Fence
Add short pointed fence boards along both sides of the doorway. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 7: Detail the Fence
Draw the remaining board divisions and small nail marks across the fence. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 8: Start the Doorstep
Add a narrow curved step directly below the doorway. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 9: Finish the Doorstep
Draw a wider lower step to complete the cabin entrance. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 10: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- The mix of rounded and angular shapes gives this cabin a clear cartoon silhouette.
- Building the cabin one part at a time makes its proportions easier for beginners to compare.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Check the outline, erase any unwanted pencil marks, and add color if you like. Your cabin step by step drawing is complete, so try it again and make the next version your own.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I keep my cabin drawing in proportion?
Compare each new shape with the parts already drawn, and make small corrections before adding darker lines.
Can I color the finished cabin?
Yes. Choose any colors you enjoy, and keep a few lighter areas to make the cartoon drawing feel lively.
