Drawing

If you don't feel confident enough to try out painting, then why not start with drawing?

Mindful Drawing: Focus Your Mind with Pen and Paper

You don't need to be an artist to benefit from drawing. The simple act of putting a pen or pencil to paper is a powerful form of meditation and a great creative outlet, regardless of your skill level.

Drawing helps you to focus your mind completely on the present moment—the feel of the pencil, the lines appearing on the page. This quiet concentration provides a break from daily worries and can be an amazing way to express emotions that are hard to put into words. This process of mindful creation is a fantastic tool for your overall wellbeing.

Ready to Start Drawing?

The best thing about drawing is that there are no rules. It can be anything from a simple doodle on a notepad to a detailed sketch. The tutorials below are designed to help you get started, no matter your skill level. Pick one that looks interesting, grab a pen or pencil, and see where it takes you.

Here are 12 drawing exercises to help you warm up and improve your skills!

This channel takes you through drawing basics, step-by-step, to help you build your skills and techniques.

Brad's Art School channel simplifies drawing for beginners. Learn to Draw is a series to help you establish and strengthen your drawing skills.

You can also blend drawing and meditation to help release stress and support mindfulness. Why not try some of these drawing meditations?