Drawing the British Flag Step by Step
The British flag stands as an iconic symbol of the rich and diverse history of the United Kingdom. It is predominantly a white and blue ensign, with red, white, and blue vertical stripes. Drawing the flag of the United Kingdom is a simple process that can be done using simple shapes, symbols, and colors. Follow these steps to correctly draw the British flag with a few simple steps.
Gather the Necessary Materials
The necessary materials for drawing the British flag are paper, a pencil, an eraser, and red, white, and blue colored drawing tools, such as colored pencils or markers. Collect your materials and prepare your workspace by removing any distractions.
Draw the Outline
To begin drawing the flag, start by lightly sketching out and filling in a rectangular shape. Fill in the rectangle with a lightly colored blue. Make sure that the rectangle is slightly larger than the space you have given yourself to work with.
Draw the Cross
Now draw a white cross within the blue rectangle. The four arms of the cross should meet at the middle of the flag and should be of equal length. This will be the signature part of the flag, and will be the centerpiece of where the red, white, and blue stripes will be placed.
Add the Red Stripes
Make sure to add a light and a dark shade of red. Begin with the dark shade of red first, and then draw a series of thin, horizontal lines in alternating red shades. The lines should be evenly spaced and should not cover the entire length of the blue rectangle and white cross. Instead, the red stripes should be centered and symmetrically placed across the face of the flag.
Add the White Stripes
After the red stripes, add a series of white lines, similar in width to the red stripes. Again, make sure to use alternating shades of white and ensure that the stripes are evenly spaced. The white stripes should not intersect the red stripes or the central white cross.
Outline the Flag in Blue
To create contrast, and a sense of balance, draw a thin, blue outline around the outside of the flag. This line should be thick enough to be seen, but thin enough not to interfere with the red and white stripes. This blue outline will serve as a border for the flag, setting it apart from the rest of the drawing.
Add Finishing Touches
Finally, to add a sense of realism to your artwork, draw small details like stars or a blue circle in the corner of the flag. You can also add shadow or light areas to your drawing to give it dimension. And the flag is complete!
Painting the Flag
Painting the British flag is the same process as drawing it, with the exception of using a paintbrush and paint instead of drawing tools. Make sure your paint is thick enough to be opaque and allow the colors to stand out. Keep in mind that you will need to mix the colors in order to achieve the correct tone and shade, and to create contrast.
Adding Color to Fabric
If you want to create a British Flag from fabric, you can easily do so. First, cut out a rectangular piece of fabric that is larger than the design of the flag. You can then use fabric paint, or fabric markers, to draw the design on to the fabric. You can also use embroidery thread to create the stripes, or use stencils to draw the design.
Finishing the Flag
Once you have drawn or painted the flag, you can add any other details you would like, such as stitching around the edges, or attaching trim. Once you have added all the details you would like, set the flag aside to dry and then you are done!
