You don’t need to be an architect to be able to draw buildings. All sorts of buildings -- world-famous landmarks, majestic castles and cathedrals, even buildings you might find in your own neighborhood -- are here in this article, ready for you to learn how to draw.

Learn how to draw the Taj Mahal.
Learn how to draw the Taj Mahal.

The easy, step-by-step instructions on the following pages can turn you into an artist. Anyone can do it. All you need is a No. 2 pencil, a pencil sharpener, an eraser, and a ruler. Then you can practice drawing a castle, lighthouse, or various other buildings.

Each drawing begins with a few simple shapes in red. The second step shows the first drawing in black. The new shapes and marks you’re going to add appear in red.

This shows you how to make step one’s drawing look like that in step two. The following steps also show the earlier drawings in black and the new marks and shapes in red.

Draw lightly with your pencil. This makes it easier to erase mistakes and other marks that change slightly in later steps. When you have finished, use a pen or fine felt-tip marker to darken the pencil marks that make up the finished drawing. Then gently erase any remaining pencil marks.

When you are done, you will have 15 drawings showing all kinds of buildings.

If you wish, you can add color by using crayons or colored pencils or markers. You may want to cut out your drawings and tape or glue them onto colored construction paper. Then you will be able to display your collection of drawings showing all sorts of buildings. Have fun.
  • How to Draw in Perspective
    These tips will help you master perspective -- an important tool to help you in your drawings of buildings.

  • How to Draw Lighthouses
    This focal point of this postcard-perfect scene is a handsome lighthouse. Learn to draw this lighthouse in just four simple steps.

  • How to Draw the Eiffel Tower
    One of the most recognizable structures in the world, the Eiffel Tower is also one of the most fun and challenging buildings to draw. Our easy-to-follow instructions will have you drawing it in just five steps.

  • How to Draw Castles
    The castle in this drawing could have come straight from a storybook. Learn how to draw it in five easy steps.

  • How to Draw Mansions
    You don’t have to be rich and famous to appreciate a mansion. You can draw this mansion in five easy-to-follow steps.

  • How to Draw Cathedrals
    This stunning structure brings to mind the great cathedrals of the world. With the tips in this article, you can draw this amazing building in five steps.

  • How to Draw the Taj Mahal
    The Taj Mahal is one of the world’s greatest, most intricately designed buildings. You can learn how to draw it in five steps.

  • How to Draw the Sydney Opera House
    When you think of Australia, you think of the Sydney Opera House. Take a trip down under and draw this famous building -- in just five steps.

  • How to Draw Diners
    Have cheeseburger and a milkshake and learn how to draw this classic diner in only five simple steps.

  • How to Draw Skyscrapers
    Any city scene has a few great skyscrapers. You can draw this one in four easy steps.

  • How to Draw a Log Cabin
    It’s hard to resist this cozy and inviting log cabin. With our simple instructions, you won’t have to. Draw this log cabin just four steps.

  • How to Draw a Ranch House
    This classic American home can be seen in neighborhoods around the country. You can draw it in just five simple steps.

  • How to Draw a Two-Story Brick House
    Learn how to draw this lovely neighborhood staple in five easy-to-follow steps.

  • How to Draw the United States Capitol Building
    The stunning architecture of the United States Capitol Building makes it a memorable national landmark. Follow five simple steps to make your own memorable drawing of it.

  • How to Draw a Spanish Villa
    This lovely Spanish Villa has plenty of Mediterranean charm. You can draw this building in just five steps.

Mastering perspective will help you draw all the buildings here -- and more. Keep reading to learn about and practice perspective.

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