If you’re looking for cool things to draw when you’re bored, I’m sharing some creative drawing ideas for you to check out.
These easy drawings are perfect if you’re looking for something you can draw pretty quickly and receive instant gratification.
Below, I’m sharing cartoon characters, animals, girl sketches, and more. I’ll also be going over some of my favorite tips for drawing and sketching.
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Draw a Skull
This step-by-step tutorial shows you how easy it is to draw a skull. I recommend using a blending stump for blending.
Draw Flowers in an Umbrella
I’ve always been a fan of flower drawings. This creative drawing features a hand holding an umbrella with flowers growing from it.
Draw a Rose
When it comes to drawing, nothing beats capturing the delicate beauty of a rose. When I was a beginner artist, I was intimidated by the idea of drawing such a complex flower. However, with some practice and determination, I’m now able to draw this beautiful flower.
Draw a Penguin
Here’s a great beginner-friendly drawing of a penguin. If you’re looking for something simple to draw, go with this.
Draw a Girl with Pigtails and Bangs
I love a good girl character sketch. For more girl sketches, check out my post featuring female character sketch ideas.
Draw Izuku from My Hero Academia
I recently started watching My Hero Academia and have been enjoying it. If you’re a fan of the show, I think you’ll love using this Izuku drawing as a reference.
Draw a Skull with Butterflies
Once you practice drawing a skull using the reference I included above, try to expand your skills with this skull and butterfly drawing.
Draw Scooby Doo
Scooby Doo is a lovable dog who helps his friends, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma, solve mysteries. Scooby is known for his cowardly nature, but he is always brave when it counts. I was the biggest Scooby Doo fan as a kid. For that reason, I’ll always have a soft spot for this character.
Draw Six Types of Eyes
If you want to get better at drawing eyes, this video tutorial will show you how to draw six different types of eyes. If your eyes don’t look perfect at first, that’s okay. Just keep practicing, and you’ll get better.
Draw Pluto
Pluto is a cartoon character who has appeared in various Disney films and shorts since his debut in 1930. He is Mickey Mouse’s pet dog and is known for his lovable, mutt-like personality. I’m loving this Pluto drawing. Even beginners can have fun drawing this silly and loveable character.
Draw a Cat
Cats are so fun to draw. I think you’ll love this reference if you’re looking for an easy cat drawing.
Draw a Girl with a Butterfly on Her Nose
Here’s another fun girl character sketch. Adding the butterfly on her nose makes this a cute and creative drawing.
Draw Bart Simpson
Bart Simpson is the main character of The Simpsons. He is a ten-year-old boy who is constantly getting into trouble. Fans of the Simpsons will love recreating this Bart Simpson sketch. Consider giving yours a touch of color to make the drawing stand out.
Draw a Nervous Kid
Have fun recreating this sketch of a nervous kid with braces. If you’re an illustrator, this will make a great illustration.
Draw Dog Faces
If you’re searching for doodle ideas, draw these nine friendly dog faces. Draw each pup with a different expression, such as happy, curious, or even upset.
Draw Billie Eilish
This drawing of Billie Eilish is so well done and would be so fun to draw and maybe even color in.
Draw Two Different Girls
This art piece looks very different from the other drawings I’ve shared. This picture is colorful and super creative.
Draw a Cute Couple
This sweet drawing shows a girl leaning in to kiss her guy on the cheek. He has a surprised look on his face as she embraces him tenderly.
Girl Wearing Black Sabbath Shirt
This girl is a heavy metal fan and loves Black Sabbath in particular. I think this would be so fun to try. I love how big her smile is too.
Draw The Genie from Aladdin
Who doesn’t love the genie from the movie Aladdin? I must say, Robin Williams voices my favorite version of the genie.
Draw Random Love Doodles
These random love doodles are overflowing with cuteness. From the hearts to kittens to bunnies, I can’t help but appreciate how perfect they look.
Draw a Cute Bunny Rabbit
Put a twist on your standard bunny rabbit drawing with this fabulous sketch.
Draw a Dandelion
I love super simple drawings like this dandelion. It’s currently the spring season, as I type this, so this is the perfect drawing for this time of year.
Draw a Giraffe Eating
Isn’t this giraffe the cutest thing? I think that it would be fun to color in a drawing like this.
Draw a Mouth Eating a Lollipop
This incredible drawing was done for Inktober 2018. If you didn’t know, Inktober is a month-long art challenge focusing on improving your drawing skills.
Draw a Unicorn Horn
I love the simplicity of this unicorn horn drawing. This drawing is a t-shirt design by Prada Porter.
There you have it. Over 20 fun and easy things to draw when you’re feeling bored. I hope this list inspired you and helped jump-start your creativity.
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