How to Draw a Cube

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Learn how to draw cube form with clear edges and gently rounded corners. This step by step drawing introduces the top and side faces one section at a time.

Preview of Cube drawing
Preview of Cube drawing

What You Will Need

  • Drawing paper
  • Pencil and eraser
  • Ruler and black marker

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Time needed:

24 minutes.

Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Draw the Upper Edges

how to draw a cube - Cube Step 1 showing two rounded upper edges meeting near the center.

Draw two sloping lines that meet near the top center. Bend each outer end downward with a small rounded corner.

Pro Tip: Keep both sloping sides similar in length for a balanced top.

Step 2: Complete the Top Face

how to draw a cube - Cube Step 2 completing the rounded diamond-shaped top face.

From both outer corners, draw inward curves meeting at a lower point. This closes a broad diamond-shaped top face with softened edges.

Pro Tip: Place the lower point directly beneath the upper meeting point.

Step 3: Begin the Left Face

how to draw a cube - Cube Step 3 adding the upper-left connector and long left edge.

Add a small curved connector at the top-left corner. Extend a long vertical edge downward from that connector.

Pro Tip: Keep the vertical edge straight to make the cube feel solid.

Step 4: Finish the Front-Left Face

how to draw a cube - Cube Step 4 completing the large front-left face with a rounded bottom.

Extend the center point downward to form the front vertical edge. Round the lower-left corner and join it diagonally to the front edge.

Pro Tip: Make the two vertical edges end at matching heights.

Step 5: Add the Right Edge

how to draw a cube - Cube Step 5 adding the upper-right connector and long right edge.

Draw a short connector at the top-right corner. Continue it into a long vertical edge matching the height of the left side.

Pro Tip: Compare all three vertical edges before darkening this new line.

Step 6: Close the Right Face

how to draw a cube - Cube Step 6 closing the right face and completing the rounded cube.

Join the right edge to the bottom center with a rising diagonal. Add a small curved connector beneath the front corner to finish the form.

Pro Tip: Echo the left bottom angle when drawing the final diagonal.

Step 7: Color in your drawing!

how to draw a cube - Step 7: Color in your drawing!

Fun Facts

  • A cube has six square faces, twelve edges, and eight corners.
  • Three faces can be suggested on paper by using angled parallel edges.
  • Rounded corners soften the form without changing its basic cube structure.

Pin it now, Draw later!

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Clean the corners, strengthen the visible edges, and shade each face differently. Your drawing for beginners is complete, so practice another cube at a new angle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my cube look uneven?

Check that corresponding slanted and vertical edges follow consistent directions.

Do I need a ruler for this easy drawing tutorial?

No, but a ruler can help beginners keep the main edges steady.

How should I shade the cube?

Keep the top light, make one side medium, and darken the opposite side.

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