Drawing Ideas for 13 to 18 Year Olds

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▶ Video lesson · Mark Crilley
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How to Draw a Norwegian Chibi (I'm Coming to Norway!)
This drawing lesson guides children in creating a cute, stylized character known as a Norwegian chibi. Young artists will follow along to draw a small figure with exaggerated, charming features characteristic of chibi art. The lesson introduces the basics of chibi proportions while incorporating elements inspired by Norwegian culture, making it a fun way to blend creativity with a bit of cultural exploration. The follow-along format encourages kids to pause and practice each step at their own pace, helping them build confidence in their drawing skills as they bring their own little Norwegian chibi to life.
16 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–188.8K views
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How to Draw Manga Faces: 2 Different Ways
This drawing lesson introduces children to creating manga-style faces through two different approaches. It provides a chance to explore distinct techniques for sketching expressive eyes, facial shapes, and features unique to manga art. The follow-along format allows kids to draw alongside the instructor, helping them practice proportions and details in a structured yet creative way. This activity is ideal for those interested in comics or Japanese animation styles and encourages developing fine motor skills and an understanding of facial anatomy through fun, imaginative drawing.
11 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1814.2K views
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How to Draw a FRENCH BULLDOG
This drawing lesson guides children through creating a detailed illustration of a French Bulldog. The activity is designed to help kids observe and capture the distinct features of this charming dog breed, including its characteristic face shape and expressive eyes. The step-by-step approach encourages careful observation and patience as young artists build their drawing from basic shapes to a more refined sketch. It offers a fun way for children to practice their sketching skills while learning about animal anatomy and proportions in a friendly, approachable way.
23 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1834.3K views
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How to Draw an Owl: Narrated Step-by-Step Tutorial
This step-by-step drawing lesson guides children through the process of drawing a detailed owl. The tutorial breaks down the owl's form into manageable shapes, helping young artists focus on one part at a time. The instructor narrates as they draw, providing clear explanations that make it easy for kids to follow along. This activity encourages attention to detail and patience, while introducing basic techniques like sketching outlines and adding features. It’s a great way for children to practice observation skills and see how a complex animal can be created from simple shapes.
26 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–18106.4K views
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How to Draw Caricatures: Narrated Step-by-Step Tutorial
This lesson guides children through drawing caricatures, focusing on exaggerated facial features that create fun and expressive portraits. The narrator clearly explains each step, helping young artists understand how to capture personality through playful distortions. It’s a follow-along activity suitable for kids interested in cartoon-style drawing and character design. Children will practice observing faces and translating those observations into creative, simplified sketches that highlight unique traits. This tutorial encourages creativity and boosts confidence in experimenting with proportions while drawing.
16 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1819.3K views
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How to Draw a Reindeer: Narrated Step by Step
This drawing lesson guides kids through creating a charming reindeer illustration. The step-by-step approach is narrated clearly, making it easy to follow along. Children will learn how to outline the shape and add details to bring their reindeer to life. The activity encourages observation and practicing drawing skills in a relaxed, enjoyable way. It's a perfect seasonal project that lets kids explore animal features while developing their art techniques.
15 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1820.1K views
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How to Draw a Bird: Narrated Step by Step
This step-by-step drawing lesson guides children through creating a detailed bird illustration. The clear narration helps young artists understand how to build up the drawing gradually, focusing on shapes and details that bring the bird to life. Kids will learn to observe form and structure as they follow along, making it a satisfying and educational activity. This lesson is suitable for older children and teens who want to improve their animal drawing skills in a structured, paced way.
23 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1888.8K views
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How to Draw a Fish, Full Color: Narrated Step-by-Step Tutorial
This drawing lesson guides kids through creating a colorful fish illustration. It's a narrated, step-by-step tutorial that helps children see how to build the drawing from basic shapes to the finished picture with vibrant colors. The lesson is designed to be easy to follow, making it a good choice for young learners who enjoy animals and want to practice adding color to their art. By working along with the video, children can develop their drawing skills and learn how to bring their fish to life using clear instructions and engaging visuals.
23 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1826K views
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How to Draw Faces: 2 Different Ways
This lesson guides children through drawing faces using two different approaches. They will learn how to sketch facial features and expressions with clear, step-by-step instructions. The activity encourages kids to observe and create human faces in a simple and approachable way, helping them develop their drawing skills and attention to detail. It’s a follow-along style, meaning kids can draw along with the instructor at their own pace while practicing different techniques to capture facial characteristics.
17 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1827.8K views
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How to Draw a Horse: Narrated Step-by-Step Tutorial
This guided drawing lesson offers a clear, step-by-step approach to drawing a horse. Children will learn to create the basic shapes and structure that form the horse's body, followed by adding details such as the mane, legs, and facial features. The activity encourages observation of form and proportion, helping kids build confidence in their ability to draw animals realistically. Throughout the tutorial, the instructor's narration helps explain the process, making it accessible for young artists who are developing their drawing skills. It's a focused and patient activity suited for kids interested in animals and improving their artistic techniques.
23 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–18185.4K views
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How to Draw THE GRINCH: Narrated Step by Step Tutorial
This step-by-step drawing lesson guides children through creating a fun illustration of the Grinch, capturing his distinctive mischievous expression. The tutorial is narrated, helping young artists understand each stage as they draw, making it easier to follow along. Kids will practice sketching basic shapes and adding details to bring this classic character to life. This activity encourages observation skills and attention to detail while providing a satisfying creative project that fans of the Grinch will especially enjoy.
17 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1831.8K views
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How to Draw a Dragon: Full-Color Narrated Tutorial
This drawing tutorial guides children through creating a detailed, full-color dragon illustration. The instructor narrates each step, helping young artists understand how to shape the dragon's body, head, and wings with clear, paced instructions. The lesson is designed to be followed along with, encouraging kids to develop their skills in shading and coloring as they bring their dragon to life. It offers a chance to explore imaginative creature design while practicing focus and fine motor control in drawing.
21 minEstimated ages 9–12 and 13–1845.2K views