Have you ever eaten those sweet, sticky treats called dates fruit during Ramadan? Well, guess what? Today, we’re not just going to eat them—we’re going to draw them!
In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll learn how to draw a colorful bowl filled with tasty Ramadan dates fruit. It’s super fun and super easy—just like our Ramadan lamp drawing tutorial that lights up the season.
Fun Fact: Did you know Muslims have been eating dates fruit to break their fast for over 1,000 years as part of beautiful Iftar traditions? These little fruits aren’t just delicious—they’re full of energy and nutrition. Let’s honor that tradition through art!
So grab your pencil, your favorite coloring tools, and enjoy this fun Islamic art activity for kids!
Materials:
- a piece of paper
- a pencil for the guiding lines and sketching
- an eraser
- a black sharpie or a pen for the outlines
- markers or colored pencils for coloring
- our printable drawing guide (Join my Email List below to get this Tutorial)
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- Crayola Coloring Set (140 Pieces – Mega Value!)
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- A4 Printer Paper
- Crayola Coloring Pencils
- HP Home Printer with Instant Ink!
Time needed:
15 minutes.
How to Draw a Ramadan dates — Let’s get started!
Step 1 – Draw the Bowl.
Start with the base of our drawing—the bowl that will hold all the juicy dates fruit, just like a classic how to draw fruit bowl tutorial.
Draw a U-shape that curves slightly upward like a smile, but with a flat bottom. This will look like a wide, shallow soup bowl.
Tip: Keep your lines smooth and light so you can erase and adjust as needed.
Step 2 – Add the Bowl’s Bottom.
Below the flat edge, draw a small horizontal rectangle. Curve the top a bit to match the bowl’s shape—this makes it look like it’s sitting on a table.
Fun Touch: Later, color this part gold, silver, or whatever you like—it’s your bowl!
Step 3 – Draw the First Date.
Inside the bowl, draw a long oval standing up. Tilt it slightly—it’ll look more natural that way. Dates fruit are wrinkly and uneven, so don’t worry about perfect shapes.
Add 2–3 curved lines inside the oval for texture.
Fun Fact: Dates fruit grow in bunches on palm trees and vary in size!
Step 4 – Add Another Date.
Next to the first date, draw another oval, rounder and a bit shorter. Let it slightly overlap the first one for a layered look. Add curved lines again for detail.
Step 5 – Add More Dates fruit.
Let’s fill the bowl!
Add another date laying down this time—a horizontal oval on the right side, overlapping the others. Use texture lines again.
Fun Tip: Make this one look a little squished—dates fruit are soft!
Step 6 – Fill the Sides.
Draw two more dates fruit—one popping out from the left, another leaning in from the right. Vary the shapes—maybe one is tall and skinny, the other short and round.
Add more wavy or vertical lines to show texture.
Observation Tip: Got real dates fruit at home? Use them as models!
Step 7 – Add the Top Date.
Let’s stack the top!
Draw a large date curving over the others—like a banana resting on top. Use soft, overlapping lines to make it look like it’s sitting naturally.
Step 8 – Final Date on the Right Side.
Add one last date peeking out from the right. Make it smaller—this helps show it’s farther back. Don’t forget those signature wrinkles!
Your bowl of dates fruit is now full and super appetizing!
Step 9 – Color Your Drawing!
Bring your art to life:
Dates fruit: Use rich browns, caramel, and reddish tones. Blend for glossy textures.
Bowl: The example uses a purple bowl with a yellow base, but get creative!
Outline: Use a black pen or marker to trace final lines and make the drawing pop.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Fun Facts About Dates fruit and Ramadan
- Dates fruit grow on palm trees that can live over 100 years!
- Dates fruit are mentioned over 20 times in the Qur’an, which you can beautifully represent in this Quran drawing tutorial.
- Humans have been eating dates fruit for more than 5,000 years—ancient Egyptians even used them as medicine!
Tips and Tricks for Better Drawing
- Sketch lightly first to easily erase mistakes.
- Draw in layers—background dates fruit first, then front ones.
- Add shadows for depth—use a little gray beneath the dates fruit.
- Draw a background! A table, napkin, or even a glass of milk.
- Practice! Try different bowl shapes or more/less dates fruit next time.
Wow—you did it! You’ve learned how to draw a classic bowl of Ramadan dates fruit from start to finish. Whether you’re celebrating Ramadan or just love fruit art, this drawing is a sweet treat for your imagination—just like our Quran drawing guide that highlights another key part of Ramadan.
Now it’s your time to shine!
Why not:
- Show your artwork to your family at Iftar?
- Add it to a Ramadan card or festive decoration?
- Share it online and inspire others?
We’d love to see what you’ve made! Share your masterpiece on social media using #EmilyDrawing and tag us. Let’s spread the creative joy this season!
If you loved this tutorial, check out our other how-to-draw guides—for lanterns like this Ramadan lamp tutorial, mosques, or Eid sweets!
Happy drawing, and Ramadan Mubarak!
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