56 Easy People Drawing Ideas

Sharing a drawing with your best friend is a great way to show you care. Learn to draw these two girls making a pinky promise and do just that. Best friends forever are something to be treasured!

Postmen and postwomen work hard to deliver the mail we send and the packages we order. You can show appreciation for your local delivery person when you make a thank-you card using this easy drawing tutorial.

Sometimes, we are not able to hug our loved ones because they live far away or we need to avoid spreading germs. But a paper hug can go where you can't go! Master this drawing and send a paper hug to someone you love today.

"This is awkward. Not you're awkward, but just cause we're... I'm awkward. You're gorgeous. Wait, what?" - Anna. You don't have to feel awkward about your drawing skills. Spend some time with Anna, and the result will be a fabulous princess portrait!

Hut, hut, hike! Get ready for the Superbowl or your hometown Friday night lights when you draw this American football player in action. What role will you assign him - quarterback, running back, or linebacker?

Some people say baseball is the "great American pastime." You can pass the time by drawing this baseball player - you can see and almost feel the motion in his swing. Will he make a home run?

Do you dream of playing basketball like Michael Jordan, Lebron James, Kobe Bryant, or Steph Curry? So does this young sports enthusiast! Get on the court with this action-packed sketch.

Feel the chill of the ice hockey stadium as this determined hockey player goes for the goal. Remember, “A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be.” -Wayne Gretzky, Canadian hockey player.

Have you thanked your teacher lately? Whether you meet for class in person or online, use this fun drawing tutorial to thank him or her for all they do. What will you learn today?

“Sometimes our strengths lie beneath the surface… Far beneath, in some cases.” -Moana. Bring your drawing skills to the surface as you explore the islands with this Polynesian princess.

"I want to see the world, and not just through a window." -Rapunzel. If lockdowns ever get you down, you've got a lot in common with this courageous Disney princess. Remember, you can travel anywhere with the help of a little imagination.

Do you need a superhero to save the day? Wonder Woman was originally made by goddesses from a lump of clay, but you can bring her to life using paper, pen, and ink. "Sometimes you can't see what you're learning until you come out the other side." -Wonder Woman.

"The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." -The emperor, Disney's Mulan. Your drawing skills can blossom like a flower with the aid of this Disney princess drawing tutorial.

Your drawing dreams can come true, no fairy godmother required. Practice your skills with this classic Disney princess drawing guide and you will become a proficient artist in no time.

"I'm sure I'll get along somehow. Everything's going to be alright." -Snow White. You can adopt Snow White's positive attitude as you practice this princess drawing guide. Even if you make a mistake, everything will be alright!

Work those pompoms and root for your favorite team with this classic cheerleader. Color her hat, shirt, and skirt to match your team's colors, and draw one of our sports players, above, to complete the scene.

Can you paint with all the colors of the wind? To find out, use your pen or pencil to sketch this Powhatan princess. Shade your drawing with paints, crayons, colored pencils, or markers.

Express your faith or document history with the help of this drawing tutorial featuring Jesus. Various religions recognize this man as a prophet or as God's son. Even writers who do not believe in God have commented on the value of Jesus' teachings of kindness and similar qualities.

Mary was the mother of Jesus. She was a humble young woman who desired to do God's will. You can learn to draw their family portrait! Don't forget Jesus' adoptive father, Joseph, and his younger siblings.

How many U.S. presidents can you name? The very first president of the United States was George Washington. His picture appears in paintings, history books, a U.S. coin, and the one-dollar bill.

Thomas Jefferson was the third president of the United States. Do you know who was elected between George Washington and Thomas Jefferson? Use our presidential drawing guides to complete your history homework.

As your skills grow, you will likely desire to create your own unique characters or even draw portraits of real people. This simple outline of the human form is a good place to start.

"Dance is the hidden language of the soul of the body." - Martha Graham, American dancer. You can learn to speak this language when you get to know this beautiful ballerina.

From the famous Albert Einstein to modern-day researchers, scientists work hard to make discoveries that improve our lives. What is this scientist working on - a new medicine, or a way to save the environment? He can accomplish whatever you can imagine.

You can learn to draw a lovely lady in a long evening gown. Simply follow the contours of this simple portrait drawing tutorial. Dress her up for prom, a gala, a ball, a wedding, or another special event.

Like princesses, queens are an essential part of many fictional stories - and of history. This drawing guide will help you add a royal touch to your portfolio.

Every queen needs a king, and vice versa. Once you've learned to draw one, complete the scene by drawing the other.

If you've completed any of our sports-themed drawing guides, you know how important the appearance of movement can be. Learn how to position the arms and legs to make this sprinter appear to run fast!

"Begin at the beginning, and go on till you come to the end: then stop." -The King of Hearts, Alice in Wonderland. That advice is good for completing this drawing tutorial, too!

Athena was the goddess of war and wisdom. Though a deity, she is depicted as having a human form. Prepare her for battle with her armor, spear, and shield.

Do you wear glasses or contacts? They'll help you see how to draw this portrait of a girl wearing glasses. She is geek chic and totally cute!

How many presidents have you drawn so far? Abraham Lincoln was the sixteenth president of the United States, famous for the abolition of slavery. How many presidents can you name?

Thank your health care professional for keeping you safe and well. You can use this doctor drawing tutorial to build a thank you card and show your appreciation for first responders.

Dr. King had a dream. Will you help him realize it by being kind to others, even if they appear different from you? This drawing guide can also help you achieve your artistic dreams.

Banker, businessman, politician, lawyer, minister, groom - why is this man dressed up so fancy? The choice is yours. Pair him with the lovely lady, pictured above.

Nurses help doctors treat the sick and prevent illness through vaccines. You can thank a nurse for his or her hard work today. We appreciate our essential workers and the long hours they spend helping others.

You've drawn many essential workers already - teachers, doctors, nurses, postmen, and scientists. Don't forget to add firefighters to that list! (Hint: You'll find more essential workers, including policemen, dentists, and pharmacists, below.)

You can learn to draw Princess Aurora the way you did once upon a dream with the aid of this Disney cartoon drawing tutorial.

Sometimes, your characters need to be serious. And sometimes, they just want to bit a bit silly and crazy! This is one of those times.

Giddy up, partner! It's time to lasso your drawing skills and put them to work on this friendly cartoon cowboy.

The anime and manga art styles are popular around the world. Can you turn this anime school girl into a caricature of one of your friends?

You could draw an anime cartoon about an all-girls school using the guide above. Or, you could make things interesting by adding this cute anime boy to the mix! Does someone have a cartoon crush?

Simple but realistic portraits are an excellent way to test how your people drawing skills have grown. Try your hand at this sketch of singer Billie Eilish.

A portrait of your family makes a great gift for mom or dad. You can adjust the number and age of the children to fit your family's profile.

Rainy days are great fun, but you may not always be able to play outside. Pass the time by drawing these playful friends.

Do you know what a pharmacist does? They work along with doctors to make sure you have the medicines you need. Add them to your collection of essential worker portraits.

Police are important essential workers, too. Show how much you appreciate their hard work with the help of this drawing guide.

Open wide and say "ah." It is the job of this dentist to keep your teeth healthy and clean. And that's essential, too.

Do Girl Scouts make you think of cookies? They also stand for values such as learning, leadership, honesty, and a good work ethic. Earn your drawing badge!

Some revere angels as mighty spirit creatures who live in the heavens and help people in line with the will of God. The word "angel" means "messenger." Mary, pictured above, was visited by an angel. What mission will you assign to this one?

If you can't get your little brother or sister to hold still for a family portrait, don't worry! This cute little baby won't cry or crawl away as you take your time completing the drawing.

Some artists think that people are hard to draw; that's why we created this simple tutorial for beginners. Even if you've never drawn a person before, you can sketch this cute kid in just a few minutes!

Would you like to add stealth to your repertoire of drawing skills? Try your hand at this sneaky ninja in disguise - he's ready for whatever comes his way!

Elementary school, middle school, or high school, this versatile cartoon boy can fit any age group. He's too cool for school in his graphic tee and jeans.

This magical fairy will be ready for adventure - you just have to draw her first! Add some magic to your sketchbook as you decorate her glittering wand and star-spangled dress.

Here comes Santa Claus! You can sketch this jolly elf in traditional style, holding his sack of toys. Have a red colored pencil or marker handy to add color to his suit and hat.