Gather paper, pencil, eraser, and fine-tip pen or marker
Choose a microorganism to draw, such as bacteria, virus, amoeba, or paramecium
Sketch a simple outline of the main shape
Add basic internal structures and surface details
Keep shapes small, irregular, or symmetrical depending on the microorganism
Use curved lines, dots, spikes, or cilia to show texture
Refine the outline and remove extra sketch lines
Ink the final drawing with clean, clear lines
Add labels if needed
Color the drawing with appropriate shades
Review proportions and adjust details for accuracy