Gather basic supplies: pencil, eraser, paper, sharpener
Start with simple shapes: circles, squares, triangles, cylinders
Practice straight lines, curves, and basic shading
Draw from real objects around you
Copy simple reference images to learn proportions
Break complex subjects into basic shapes
Practice hand-eye coordination with quick sketches
Focus on observing edges, angles, and spacing
Draw every day, even for a few minutes
Keep a sketchbook for practice
Use light lines first, then darken final lines
Learn basic perspective and proportion
Study light and shadow
Try drawing the same object from different angles
Be patient and keep practicing