How to Draw a Daffodil

1. Begin by drawing two curved lines, diverging from each other at diagonal angles. Notice how the lines form an incomplete bell shape.

2. Connect the lines by drawing a wavy, circular shape. Then, within the shape, draw another wavy, curved line, following the edge of the curved shape. This line should traverse just over half of the interior of the shape.

3. Next, enclose two petals. For each petal, sketch a teardrop shape using two curved lines. The lines should meet in sharp points opposite the bell of the flower.

4. Draw two more petals. Again, use two curved lines to enclose a teardrop shape for each.

5. Enclose two more petals emerging from behind the center of the flower. These petals should also be teardrop shaped, but partially hidden by the bell.

6. Next, draw a stem for the flower. Begin by drawing a long, curved line downward from the blossom. Then, draw another curved line parallel to the first. Allow the lines to meet in a sharp point.

7. Draw a leaf extending from the stem. Use two curved lines, allowing them to meet in a point.

8. Draw a second leaf intersecting the bottom of the stem. Use two curved lines to enclose the leaf, and allow them to meet in sharp points at each end. Then, draw an additional curved line through the center of each leaf. These lines form the leaves' central veins.

9. Detail your flower. Adjust any petals as needed. Draw another wavy, curved line within the bell of the flower to add depth. Then, draw a series of short, curved lines emerging from a central point in the bell. Place a small circle at the end of each. These are the flower's stamen and anthers, which contain pollen.

10. ​Color your daffodil. Most daffodils are yellow, but they may also be orange, red, white, or pink. Often, the bell of the flower is a different color than the exterior petals.