How to Draw an Apple Step by Step - 8 Easy Steps!

In this fun and easy apple drawing tutorial, you’ll learn how to draw an apple step by step.

This tutorial is great for beginner artists (both kids and adults) who want to improve their drawing skills.

Drawing apples can be very easy if you use some basic shapes to map out your drawing before adding any details.

Fun Fact: Did you know that apples are part of the Rose Family? The apple tree is also the symbol of peace.

Apples are popular fruits and are grown in countries all over the world.

There are many different types of apples, such as: Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, and Braeburn.

Once you have your supplies ready, follow these steps to create your own apple drawing.

What You’ll Need for Your Apple Drawing

We’ll be creating our apple sketch using the following materials:

• A piece of paper
• A pencil
• An eraser
• A compass or a mug

How to Draw an Apple Step by Step

Follow along and learn how to draw an apple step by step.

We’ve included all of the steps in detail so that the process is easy to follow.

So, if you’ve got your art supplies ready, let’s get started!

The collage above shows each step of the process so you know what your apple should look like at each stage. 

Instructions for Drawing an Apple Step by Step

Tip: Make sure you don’t press too hard on the paper when you draw your pencil lines so that you can correct your mistakes with an eraser as you go through the tutorial.

This will also make it a lot easier to erase light pencil lines when you finish your artwork.

Step 1: Draw the Main Body of Your Apple

Start by drawing the overall shape of the apple. As it should be perfectly round, start by drawing a simple circle.

You can use a compass or a mug if needed.

Step 2: Create the Top Segment of the Apple

Draw a curved line across the top of the oval.

Step 3: Create the Bottom Segment of the Apple

Draw a curved line across the bottom of the oval.

Step 4: Erase the Pencil

Now you can erase the outer circle pencil marks around the top and bottom segments of the apple.

Step 5: Add the Stem

Next, add two long curved lines on the top of the circle for the apple’s stem. Then add a small circle shape at the top of the lines to join them.

Step 6: Add the Leaves and Add Details

In the previous step, you added the stem to your apple.

Now it’s time to draw the leaves.

Create stalks by drawing a small line connected to the stem then continue the line to create a raindrop shape for the leaf and then join the line to the stem to create the other side of the stalk.

Repeat for the other leaf.

Additional elements: Then add a few small lines inside each leaf to add detail.

Step 7: Add Texture

Once you have the apple outline, start adding some shading to the side of the apple to create a darker area for a more realistic look.

Step 8: Finish Your Apple Drawing

Draw some short lines at the bottom of the apple to create the blossom end of your apple drawing.

Congratulations on Your Finished Apple Drawing!

There you have it. Now you know how to draw an apple!

Don’t worry if your apple drawing isn’t perfect the first time, the more you practice the better you will get!

Be sure to practice this apple drawing until you get it just right. Then, try drawing other fruits, like blueberries or strawberries.

Soon, you’ll be a master at drawing fruits!

Top Tips on How to Improve Your Apple Sketch:

Here are some tips to help you make the best apple drawing!

Use Different Tools

Practice with different pencils, erasers, and paper until you find the right combination that suits your needs.

Use an Electric Eraser

If you’re having trouble getting a smooth finish on your drawing, try using an electric eraser for more precise results.

Practice

Don’t worry if your drawing doesn’t come out perfect the first time, it takes practice to get it just right.

Colors and Shading

Try using different colors and shading techniques for a more realistic look.

Have Fun!

Finally, have fun and enjoy the process of creating your apple drawing.

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Happy drawing!