How to Draw a Hibiscus Flower | Step by Step Flower Drawing Tutorial | Realistic Floral Doodles

Hello! Creative enthusiasts. Welcome to ArtsyBeats – the go to place to unwind your creative spirit! In this tutorial, I will guide you through a beginner friendly tutorial to draw a Hibiscus Flower. Let’s dive into this easy drawing guide, packed with tips and techniques to help you bring the vibrant beauty of a hibiscus to life on paper.

Before we dive in, let's ensure we have our tools ready. You'll need a quality sketchpad, a pencil, some pens of different thickness (I have used Sakura micron pens in this tutorial) and an eraser (I have used a kneaded eraser for erasing the pencil guidelines mess free).

Here, I have shared the amazon links for the supplies I personally use and recommend.

Sakura micron pens

Menorah A5 sketchbook

Kneaded art eraser

Derwent mechanical pencil

Please note that these affiliate links are used for the convenience of our readers and to support the maintenance and growth of ArtsyBeats. When you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

So, grab your supplies, and dive in!

Step 1: Start with a Basic Outline

To kick off your hibiscus drawing, begin with a basic flower outline sketch. Sketch an oval-shaped, and then add outlines for adding the stem and leaves. This simple yet crucial step lays the foundation for your masterpiece.

1.a: Basic oval shape

1.b: Outline for Stem and leaves

Step 2: Flower Centre and Stamen Details

Elevate your drawing by adding details to the hibiscus center. Draw a slender tube extending from the center, incorporating small lines or dots to emulate the delicate stamen.

2: Flower center and stamen details

Step 3: Drawing Hibiscus flower Petals

Now, let's focus on the petals. Hibiscus flowers have distinct, overlapping petals. Use soft, flowing strokes to define the edges and curves of each petal. Remember, nature is our guide, so embrace the organic, irregular shapes that make each hibiscus unique.

3.a: Add petals

3.b: Add petals

3.c: Add petals

Step 4: Hibiscus Stem and Leaves

Extend a graceful stem and add ovate leaves with serrated edges. Pay attention to the size and arrangement of leaves to create a balanced floral composition.

4.a: Add Stem

4.b: Add Leaves

Step 5: Elevate with Shading and Texture

Bring your hibiscus to life by incorporating shading techniques. This brings depth and texture to our hibiscus. Use shading techniques with hatching strokes. This creates a three-dimensional effect, making your hibiscus pop off the page. Take a moment to fine-tune the details. If you want to learn more about the shading techniques and draw realistic flowers, feel free to check out this blog post on my website.

5.a: Shading Petals

5.b: Shading Leaves

Step 6: Fine-Tune Details for Perfection

Refine your drawing by paying close attention to nuanced details in petals and leaves. Achieve a harmonious balance in your composition for a polished, professional finish.

6: Fine tune Details

Congratulations on creating a breathtaking hibiscus masterpiece! I hope this step-by-step guide has fueled your artistic passion.

Share your creations on Instagram and join a family of over 450K+ artsy enthusiasts. Tag @artsybeats and use #createwithartsybeats to get featured.

And don't forget to explore our diverse range of tutorials. Stay tuned for more inspiring content to fuel your creative endeavors.

Happy Creating!

How to Doodle floral designs - 20 step by step guides - Printable worksheets

Buy Now

How to Sketch and Ink Flowers - 20 Step By Step Guides - Printable worksheets

Buy Now

How to Doodle Leaves - 20 Step By Step Guides - Printable Worksheets

Buy Now