How to Draw a Japanese Maple Tree

Japanese Maple Trees are known for their riot of color and bright, vibrant finish – why not take a closer look for yourself? We have the ultimate step-by-step guide to get you started.


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Step-By-Step Images and Instructions

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Start with a black pen, and draw a sharp point in the center of your page, with slightly wavy lines to form the trunk of the tree. Divide the shape into three “points” at the bottom.


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Now, use the same wavy line to bring a large, circular shape all around the trunk to form the shape of the tree.


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Add a wavy oval shape around the bottom of the three forks…


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And then add a series of leaves all across the main section of the tree…


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Before following this with leaves all across the bottom.


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Use a yellow pen to shade the bottom section, and the leaves on the tree.


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Then, use an orange pen for the leaves on the ground and the main section of the tree.


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Then, use a brown pen for the trunk.


And there we have it – your very own stunning Japanese Maple tree to enjoy! Why not spend a little time learning a little more about them – there is plenty to learn!

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