How to Draw an iPhone: Easy 10-Step Guide for Kids

Ready to draw your own smartphone? This project is perfect for young artists ages 5 and up who want to practice drawing clean, geometric shapes. All you need is a pencil, an eraser, and a piece of paper to get started on this fun tech-inspired illustration.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

Finished illustration of a smartphone, ready for coloring

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Main Body

Sketching the rectangular frame and screen notch of a smartphone

Draw a large rectangle with rounded corners to form the phone's frame. Inside, draw a slightly smaller rectangle for the screen, adding a small, rounded trapezoid at the top for the camera notch. Tip: Use a light touch so you can easily adjust the proportions if needed.

Step 2: Adding Buttons and Speaker

Adding the speaker and side buttons to the phone sketch

Add a small, shaded rectangle near the top notch for the speaker. On the sides of the phone, draw narrow, rounded trapezoids to represent the volume and power buttons. Tip: Keep these shapes small to maintain the sleek look of the device.

Step 3: Creating the Camera Housing

Drawing the camera module and back panel of the phone

Draw a small circle next to the speaker for the front-facing camera. Then, sketch a larger rectangle with rounded corners to represent the back of the phone, and add a small square in the corner for the rear camera module. Tip: Use a ruler if you struggle with straight lines, but freehand is great for practice!

Step 4: Detailing the Lenses

Adding lens circles to the camera module

Inside the camera square, draw three circles for the lenses. Add matching side buttons on the back view to maintain consistency. Tip: Make sure your circles are evenly spaced to give the camera a professional look.

Step 5: Refining the Camera

Adding depth to the camera lenses with shading

Add smaller circles inside the lenses and shade the centers to create depth. This makes the lenses look like glass. Tip: Use a sharp pencil point for these small details to keep them clean.

Step 6: Drawing the Apple Logo

Draw the iconic apple logo on the back of the phone. Use a curved 'C' shape for the bite and a small leaf at the top. Tip: Draw the logo lightly first, as it can be tricky to get the proportions right on the first try.

Step 7: Adding the Clock

Adding the digital clock display to the phone screen

Write the time at the top of your screen. We used '11:45', but you can choose any time you like! Tip: Use a steady hand to keep the numbers centered.

Step 8: Personalizing the Screen

Add a decorative logo or icon to the center of your screen. You can draw a simple apple or any shape you enjoy. Tip: Keep the design simple so it doesn't clutter the screen.

Step 9: Final Touches

Adding app icon details to the phone screen

Add small circles or lines to the background of your screen to represent app icons. Tip: Don't worry about making them perfect; small dots work just as well as detailed squares.

Step 10: Color Your Masterpiece

A fully colored, finished cartoon iPhone drawing

Bring your drawing to life with color! Use metallic grays for the frame and bright colors for your screen wallpaper. Tip: Use light pressure with your colored pencils to create a smooth, even finish.