60 Heart Drawing Ideas
Alright, let’s talk hearts.
No, not the beating, blood-pumping, “I really should exercise more” type. I mean the doodle-on-your-notes, plaster-on-your-Valentine’s-Day-card kind of hearts.
You know, the ones that somehow look like a perfect symbol of love when done right, but can also end up looking suspiciously like a butt if you get the angles wrong. (Seriously, why is it so easy to mess those up?)
If you’re like me, you’ve probably found yourself staring at a blank page, pencil in hand, thinking, “I’m going to draw a heart, how hard can it be?” only to end up with something that looks like it belongs in a modern art gallery labeled “Abstract Feelings of Regret.”
But fear not, my fellow doodle enthusiasts!
I’ve gathered some heart-drawing ideas that’ll make your sketchbook look less like a crime scene and more like a celebration of love, cuteness, and pure artistic genius (well, mostly).
So without further ado, let’s draw some hearts that actually look like… hearts.
Realistic Heart Drawing Ideas
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Cute Heart Drawing Ideas
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Heart Color Drawing Ideas
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Human Heart Drawing Ideas
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Broken Heart Drawing Ideas
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3D Heart Drawing Ideas
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Things To Keep in Mind While Drawing a Heart
1. The Lopsided Heart of Shame
You know the one I’m talking about. You start with the best of intentions, and before you know it, your heart looks like it’s had one too many margaritas.
One side is bigger than the other, the curves look like a rollercoaster gone wrong, and the point?
Well, it’s pointing to God knows where.
This is why, dear reader, symmetry is your best friend. But don’t panic! Drawing a symmetrical heart is easier than trying to fold a fitted sheet (which, let’s be real, is scientifically impossible).
Here’s a tip: fold a piece of paper in half, draw one side of the heart along the fold, then cut it out. Unfold, and voilà—a heart so symmetrical it would make a geometry teacher weep.
If scissors aren’t your thing (and trust me, they shouldn’t be if you’re accident-prone), just draw the heart lightly in pencil first and tweak it until both sides are happy.
Remember, your heart is like a relationship—both sides need to put in equal effort, or it’s just going to end up wonky.
2. Curves That Need Therapy
Ah, the curves.
The seductive, swooping lines that make up the top of a heart can either be your best friend or your worst nightmare. Too shallow, and your heart looks like a sad potato; too deep, and it’s suddenly an alien butt. I wish I was joking.
The trick is to get the curves smooth and natural, like those effortless beach waves you see on Instagram (but never actually achieve yourself). Here’s a pro tip: when sketching, imagine you’re drawing the top part of the McDonald’s golden arches.
That’s the shape you’re going for! If you mess up, don’t sweat it—just call it abstract art and say it’s a metaphor for your messy love life.
3. That Pesky Point at the Bottom
I’m convinced the point at the bottom of the heart is just there to ruin lives. It’s either too blunt and looks like the bottom of a carrot, or it’s so sharp it could double as a weapon.
And honestly, what are you going to do with a heart that looks like it could stab someone?
The key is to make it just pointy enough to say, “Hey, I’m a heart,” but not so pointy that it’s more of a murder mystery clue. If you’re having trouble, a trick is to draw the heart upside down so you can focus on the point first.
Once it looks right, you can flip it around and pat yourself on the back for your genius.
And hey, if all else fails, just draw it as a bubble heart and say you did it on purpose. Who’s going to argue?
It’s art, baby.
4. Watch Your Heart’s Weight
You’ve got the basic shape down. But here’s where things get dicey: the line thickness. If your heart is too thin, it might look like a malnourished spaghetti noodle.
Too thick, and it resembles one of those heavyweight wrestlers who can crush you with a hug.
You want that Goldilocks vibe—juuust right.
To avoid the heartbreak of uneven lines, use a consistent pressure when drawing, or, better yet, switch to a pen with a fine tip if you’re feeling fancy. And let’s be real—nothing says “I’ve got my life together” like a fine-tip pen.
5. Coloring It In Without Losing Your Sanity
Now, you could leave your heart in its minimalist, pencil-sketch glory, but let’s face it: that’s the easy way out. No, my friend, a true artist colors in their heart with the fiery passion of a thousand sunsets.
But here’s where you can mess up faster than trying to parallel park on a busy street.
If you’re using colored pencils, don’t press down so hard that your wrist cramps up. If you’re using markers, for the love of all things holy, stay inside the lines.
And please, for your own sanity, use the right color. Nobody wants to see a green heart unless it’s St. Patrick’s Day or you’re illustrating a frog romance novel.
Pro tip: If you mess up the coloring, just draw some sparkles or hearts around it and pretend it’s intentional. Call it “Heart Explosion” or something artsy like that. People will eat it up.
6. Adding Some Extra Flair
Alright, now that you’ve got the basics down, let’s jazz it up a little. Because let’s be honest, a plain heart is like a salad without dressing—technically correct, but boring as heck.
Add some shading for dimension, maybe a little highlight on the curves to give it that pop. You could throw in some arrows if you’re feeling romantic (or dangerous).
Heck, why not add a cute face?
Give it some big anime eyes, and suddenly your heart has feelings, dreams, and probably its own YouTube channel.
If you’re like me and prone to overdoing it, just remember: you want it to look like a tasteful tattoo, not a Lisa Frank binder from the ’90s.
Unless that’s your vibe, in which case, go wild!
7. Don’t Forget to Have Fun
At the end of the day, drawing hearts is supposed to be fun! If it starts to feel like a high-stakes operation, step back, grab a snack, and remember: it’s just a heart.
It’s not an SAT exam or your cousin’s wedding cake.
The beautiful thing about drawing hearts is that they’re forgiving.
Even if it ends up looking a little off, people will still recognize it as a heart (or at least as an enthusiastic attempt).
And if they don’t, who needs that kind of negativity in their life?
Remember: even the most lopsided, misshapen heart is still a heart, and it deserves love. Just like you, you beautiful weirdo.
8. Practice Makes Perfect (Sort Of)
Here’s the secret no one wants to tell you: the more hearts you draw, the better you’ll get. I know, shocking revelation, right?
But it’s true. So, grab a stack of paper and go to town. Fill your notebook, your planner, your walls (assuming you have very lenient landlords).
And don’t be afraid to mix it up!
Try drawing hearts with different styles: gothic hearts, pixel hearts, or that weird one with flames that your emo cousin used to draw on their Trapper Keeper.
Who knows, you might even discover your signature style. Maybe you’ll be the next great heart artist. (Is that a thing? If not, it is now.)
9. Remember – It’s All About Love
Ultimately, drawing hearts isn’t just about perfect lines and curves. It’s about putting a little bit of your own love, your passion, and your quirky soul into it.
So even if your heart ends up looking like a drunk potato, just know that it’s uniquely yours.
And if anyone tries to criticize your heart drawing, just tell them it’s postmodern and that they clearly don’t understand art. Works every time.
