How to Draw a TV: Simple 10-Step Guide for Kids

Perfect for young artists ages 5 and up, this tutorial teaches you how to construct a television using basic geometric shapes. All you need is a pencil, an eraser, and a piece of paper to get started. Follow along to master perspective and clean line work while creating your own media masterpiece.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A colorful, finished drawing of a modern television on a stand.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Top and Side

Pencil sketch showing two perpendicular lines forming an L-shape for the TV frame.

Begin by drawing two straight lines that meet to form an "L" shape. Teacher's Tip: Use a light touch with your pencil so you can easily adjust the proportions if the lines aren't perfectly straight.

Step 2: Closing the Frame

Adding two more lines to complete the rectangular outline of the television.

Draw two more straight lines to enclose the rectangle. Keep the side line slightly shorter to create a subtle trapezoid effect. Tip: Imagine you are drawing a box that is slightly tilted toward the viewer.

Step 3: Starting the Screen

Drawing an inner L-shaped line to define the television screen area.

Draw an "L" shaped line inside the frame, parallel to the bottom and side edges. This creates the inner border of the screen. Tip: Keep your spacing consistent to make the frame look even.

Step 4: Completing the Screen Border

Closing the inner rectangle to fully define the TV screen border.

Add two more straight lines parallel to the top and remaining side to finish the screen border. Tip: If your lines are a bit wobbly, use a ruler to help build confidence in your straight-line technique.

Step 5: Adding Depth

Adding depth lines to the side of the TV to create a three-dimensional appearance.

Extend short lines from the corners and connect them to create a 3D side panel. Tip: This simple technique is the secret to making flat drawings look like real objects sitting in a room.

Step 6: Drawing the Base

Drawing a small semi-circle at the bottom of the TV to start the stand.

Draw a semi-circular curve at the bottom center. Tip: Think of this as the 'foot' of the TV; keep it centered so the TV looks balanced and stable.

Step 7: Shaping the Stand

Expanding the semi-circle into a full stand structure for the TV.

Extend curved lines outward from the base and connect them. Tip: Use smooth, fluid motions to make the stand look sleek and modern.

Step 8: Finalizing the Stand

Adding a second leg to the TV stand to complete the base structure.

Add a second leg by doubling back a curved line. Tip: Ensure the legs are symmetrical to keep your drawing looking professional.

Step 9: Adding Details

Adding a lightning bolt glare to the screen and control buttons to the corner.

Draw a lightning bolt shape on the screen for glare and three small circles for buttons. Tip: The glare adds a 'shiny' effect that makes the screen look like glass.

Step 10: Adding Color

The finished TV drawing filled in with colors, showing a sleek frame and screen.

Bring your TV to life with color! Use dark greys or blacks for the frame, and try light blues for the screen glare. Tip: Use a light touch with your colored pencils to create a smooth, even finish.