Vikings, hunters, warriors, knights, and soldiers - shields have been used from time immemorial. In fact, the Encyclopaedia Britannica says that "shields were used for hunting long before they were used for warfare, partly for defense and partly for concealment in stalking game, and it is likely that the military shield evolved from that of the hunter and herdsman... Read more
Swimming is a sport virtually free of equipment - just add water. Swimming employs almost every muscle in the body and the low-impact nature of the exercise makes it especially good therapy for people who are recovering from injury or who have a physical disability... Read more
A bridge " is a structure built to span a physical obstacle, such as a body of water, valley, or road, without closing the way underneath." The type of bridge in our drawing guide is an arch bridge spanning a river. The curved platform helps it to carry the weight that travels across it... Read more
A man is an adult human male. Before he reaches adulthood, this same individual would be called a boy. Male animals are not referred to as "men," but males of a species may still have special names - a male goose is called a gander, for instance, and a male horse is called a stallion... Read more
The Demogorgon is a scary creature from the Netflix show Stranger Things. The creatures come from the Upside Down, an otherworldly place where monsters are born. Eleven and her friends in Hawkins, Indiana fought off the Demogorgon to save their friend, Will Byers... Read more
The solar system is our neighborhood in outer space. It consists of our star, the Sun; eight planets; five dwarf planets; hundreds of moons; and thousands of asteroids... Read more
Do you like watching anime or reading manga comics? Many anime fans also enjoy drawing their favorite characters. This fan art can feature new stories, abilities, and characters not explored in the books or shows, or intriguing crossovers between familiar franchises. Learn how to draw your own anime and manga fan art today... Read more
An explosion is defined as "a rapid increase in volume and release of energy in an extreme manner, usually with the generation of high temperatures and the release of gases." Explosions can be caused by natural phenomena, such as volcanoes, stars that go supernova, or meteor impacts... Read more
A flower crown, chaplet, or wreath is a "circular garland, usually woven of flowers, leaves, and foliage, that traditionally indicates honour or celebration." Many children have made bracelets, necklaces, and crowns by tying the stems of small flowers together. These may be referred to as daisy chains. But the practice of making flower crowns has a long history... Read more
Windows are such common sights that we seldom give them any thought. They are an architectural feature of houses and other buildings that let in light and allow for ventilation... Read more
There are about 160,000 species of moths - nocturnal winged insects that resemble butterflies. They range in size from tiny jewels one-quarter of an inch (4 millimeters) wide to enormous moths with 1-foot-wide (30 centimeter) wingspans... Read more
Today, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends wearing face masks to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus and other airborne diseases. Face masks are also called face coverings, surgical masks, and personal protection equipment (PPE)... Read more
Father, dad, daddy, pa, papa, padre - whatever you call him, a dad is a special person. Biologically speaking, a father is the male parent. Uncles, adoptive fathers, and others may also fill this role... Read more
If you're hungry to draw yourself a snack, check out this easy pretzel drawing guide. This iconic knot-shaped pastry is a staple at fairs, shopping mall food courts, and concession stands at football games and other sporting events... Read more
A laboratory is "a facility that provides controlled conditions in which scientific or technological research, experiments, and measurement may be performed." You, too, can learn how to draw a laboratory... Read more
Would you like to give the Earth a great big hug? It is our home and provides for all our needs. Now you can do just that, when you learn how to draw an Earth Day Card... Read more
The black widow spider is one of the most recognizable North American spiders, with its shiny black exoskeleton and red hourglass pattern. Despite its small size (maxing out at 1.5 inches), it is also one of the most venomous. These spiders have a neurotoxin that can sicken a healthy adult and endanger children or the elderly... Read more
Are you drawing a medieval scene, complete with castles inhabited by kings and queens, and knights who slay dragons in order to rescue beautiful princesses? If so, don't forget the court jester! This cartoon jester drawing guide can show you how... Read more
Fore! You can improve your game by learning how to draw a golf ball. Call for your caddy and grab your clubs, it's time to hit the green!... Read more
Would you like to learn how to draw a National Siblings Day Poster? What is National Siblings Day? If you'd like to celebrate your bond with your brothers and sisters, you've come to the right place... Read more