How to Draw A Family Tree Step by Step

Step by Step Guide

Drawing a family tree is very easy. I used to draw them all the time for different school projects. Of course, I have had my struggles with this particular drawing. However, I eventually managed to get really good at it. If you too are struggling with your family tree drawings, you can take a look at the steps I follow to draw them, and then implement them for your own artwork.

To draw a family tree, I start with the circular frames first. I make sure to draw plenty of them. Then I work on the trunk and slowly make my way up the branches. I then add a few flowers and work on the other details. Finally, when everything is done, I use a sharp pencil to redo the outlines and finish the drawing.

Start with some circles

Draw a four circles on the left.

More circles

Draw four more circles on the right this time.

Start drawing the tree

Draw the trunk from the right side.

Repeat on the left

Draw a similar trunk on the left.

Add some branches

Draw the branches. They’re to be kept thin and light.

Add some leaves

The leaves are drawn as you would in a normal tree.

More leaves

Continue drawing the leaves

Add a few flowers

The flowers are small and a bit round.

Some more leaves

These leaves have their own outlines and are sticking out.

Keep going

Continue with the leaves. You are doing great so far.

Final touches

Use a dark pencil to add the finishing touches on your family tree.

Time to color

Sit yourself down and start coloring the tree.