How to draw chrysanthemums step by step

Today we will talk about another flower. We will learn to draw chrysanthemum. First I would like to tell you some words about it.

  • The name chrysanthemum is derived from Greek words "chrysos" (gold) and "anthemon" (flower) – a golden flower.
  • Japane call it kiku – the sun and the flower has been cherished in Japan for a long time.
  • It is the symbol of Japan. A flower with 16 petals was officially adopted as the emblem of the Japanese royal family. And its color is certainly yellow.
  • Anyway, China takes the first place as these lovely flowers were first cultivated there in the 15th
  • Some varieties of chrysanthemum can be eaten. In Japan it is very popular.
  • And it is simply a beautiful flower and many ladies love it. So guys, give flowers to your girls!

But if you have no money for real flowers, you can always draw them.

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step

Step 1. We draw two circles in the middle of the sheet. The circles must be quite big. We add two leaves to one of them.

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step 1

Step 2. Now we define the center of each circle with a dot and draw multiple circles around the center. We do the same thing in the second circle. We draw veins on the leaves.

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step 2

Step 3. We place the pencil on the central dot and draw the rays in different directions. We give shape to the leaves.

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step 3

Step 4. We outline the contour of the flowers. It is wavy. The waves are only outside the flower and they are of the same size. Have a look at the picture and do the same.

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step 4

Step 5. Inside of each bud there are now multiple cells. There is a petal in every cell. I recommend you to start in the center and move to the edges.

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step 5

Step 6. Now we erase extra lines. We hatch the flowers to give them volume and shades. That's all! If you want, you can color your flowers. Good luck!

How to draw chrysanthemums step by step 6

Try to draw this flowers:

  1. Narcisus;
  2. Dandelion;
  3. Water Lily;
  4. Peony;
  5. Snowdrop;
  6. SunFlower;