How to Draw Famous People: 18 Easy Step by Step Tutorials

Billie Eilish is famous for singing. She has embraced a lot of different clothing styles, but in this picture, she is in a punk or grunge phase.

Ariana Grande is a singer and actress. In this portrait, she is looking cute in her cat ears headband.

Lionel Messi is one of the best football or soccer players in the world. In this picture, he's wearing his soccer jersey.

This drawing depicts Disney's version of Pocahontas, but she's not just a cartoon character; she was a real person. But in the only portrait made during her lifetime, she was dressed more like Shakespeare, below.

You may think the puffy sleeves and ruff collar look strange, but they were average attire in Shakespeare's day. He never sat for a painting to be made of him during his lifetime, but the one on which this drawing is based was said to be a decent likeness.

We're familiar with George Washington's portrait because of the quarter and the dollar bill. He wears a powdered wig and a type of necktie called a cravat.

Create a presidential portrait gallery! Pair this picture with George Washington, above, and Abraham Lincoln below.

In this portrait, Honest Abe is wearing his signature stovepipe hat. This, along with his beard, makes him one of the most recognizable presidents.

In this portrait, King casts his eyes heavenward as if he is contemplating his great dream.

Here, Newton wears the wig and clothing customary in his day. He also holds an apple, which, according to legend, helped him understand gravity.

Tubman was a freedom fighter about a century before King, above. This drawing is based off a photograph of her.

This isn't just any muscular basketball player. By paying attention to details such as the hairstyle, beard, and shape of the eyes, you can create a recognizable caricature-style portrait.

Calling all Swifties! In this full-body portrait, Taylor is introducing her Eras Tour in sequinned boots and a leotard. Like Taylor, you can make the whole place shimmer!

This kindly-looking elderly woman is a hero of field biology. Dressed in her collared safari shirt, she spent a lifetime learning about chimpanzees in the wild.

This mathematician is no longer a "hidden figure" - tell the world her story as you complete this lifelike portrait.

With a determined expression on his face, Jackie is ready to win the game. He's dressed in a vintage baseball uniform and a cap with the Brooklyn Dodgers logo.

Create a realistic portrait of one of the most beloved presidents in American history. Do you think he bears a resemblance to his relatives still in office?

Mother Teresa's lined and wizened face is brightened by her smile. As a nun, she wears special garments, including her striped sari and headscarf.