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How to Draw an Apple

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How to Draw an Apple

Want to learn how to draw how to draw an apple? This tutorial will help you do it in just 33 simple steps, with clear illustrations for each step. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, the steps below are easy to understand and follow.

You just need a pencil, drawing paper, and an eraser — then start drawing step by step!

This lesson includes 5 different ways to draw. Choose the one that suits you best!

Guide to Drawing a Cute Cartoon Apple.

Guide to Drawing a Cute Cartoon Apple.

8 steps

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Step 1

Start with a small curve to create the apple's stem.

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Step 2

Add a small, oval-shaped leaf with a vein in the middle.

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Step 3

From the stem, draw a round apple shape, with the bottom slightly indented for a natural look.

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Step 4

Sketch two vertical ovals in the middle of the apple for the eyes.

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Step 5

Inside each oval, draw smaller shapes to create a shiny effect in the eyes.

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Step 6

Draw two small circles on either side below the eyes for a cute blush effect.

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Step 7

Sketch a smiling mouth with a small tongue inside, giving the apple a cheerful expression.

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Step 8

Color the drawing red.

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How to Draw a Half-Eaten Apple

How to Draw a Half-Eaten Apple

6 steps

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Step 1

Start with a short curve to create the mouth of the apple stem.

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Step 2

Add a small stem rising from the drawn curve, shaped like a slightly curved and tilted cylinder.

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Step 3

Sketch a leaf growing from the apple stem, with a curved outer edge and veins inside for detail.

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Step 4

Starting from the stem and leaf, draw a round outline to form the shape of the apple. The bottom of the apple should be slightly indented for a natural look.

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Step 5

On the side of the apple, draw a small wavy line to indicate the bitten part.

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Step 6

Color the drawing red.

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Guide to Drawing a Shiny Apple

Guide to Drawing a Shiny Apple

5 steps

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Step 1

Draw a curved line resembling a rounded heart shape, with the bottom slightly pointed to create a natural apple shape.

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Step 2

Continue the initial sketch to complete the outline, forming the overall shape of the apple with soft, smooth curves.

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Step 3

Add a small stem at the top of the apple. The stem is drawn as a simple curved line, slightly tilted for a natural look.

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Step 4

Draw a small leaf emerging from the stem. The leaf is oval-shaped, with a simple central vein for detail.

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Step 5

Color the apple bright red, the stem brown, and the leaf green. Add white highlights on the surface of the apple to create a shiny effect, making the apple look fresh and vibrant.

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Guide to drawing a whole apple and a sliced piece of apple.

Guide to drawing a whole apple and a sliced piece of apple.

8 steps

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Step 1

Draw a simple diagonal line to form the top edge of the small apple slice.

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Step 2

Add a curve below the diagonal to complete the basic shape of the apple slice.

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Step 3

Add details to the small apple slice, such as the outline and seeds in the middle.

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Step 4

Draw the main outline of the large apple, with a round shape and a slight bulge at the top.

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Step 5

Draw the stem for the large apple.

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Step 6

Draw leaves for the large apple, finishing the top of the apple.

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Step 7

Draw small circular details to create shine on the apple.

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Step 8

Color the drawing.

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Guide to Drawing Half an Apple.

Guide to Drawing Half an Apple.

6 steps

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Step 1

Draw the basic outline of half an apple, with a round overall shape and a slight indentation at the bottom.

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Step 2

Add the inner outline of half an apple to create the thickness of the skin.

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Step 3

Draw the shape of the apple core inside, starting with a heart-like shape in the center.

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Step 4

Add details to the apple core, with two smaller ovals representing the seeds inside.

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Step 5

Complete the curved stem at the top.

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Step 6

Color the drawing. I hope this simple apple drawing tutorial helps you create a beautiful apple picture.

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▶Drawing tips
  • Draw lightly with a pencil first, then darken the lines when you're satisfied.
  • You don't need to draw exactly like the sample — add your own style!
  • After finishing your drawing, you can color it directly on Tomau.AI to make it more vibrant.

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