Millions of tourists flock to France each year to see the tallest tower in Paris, the Eiffel Tower. Erected in 1889, the Eiffel Tower was built as an entrance to the Universal Exposition. It has been the subject of countless postcards, paintings and songs and is universally recognized as a symbol of France.
By following these simple steps, you can learn how to draw your own Eiffel Tower!
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Front View or Side Perspective
Step 1. Draw the baselines of the Eiffel Tower
Draw a curved triangle and another smaller one inside it.
Step 2. Draw the levels of the Eiffel Tower,
Mark a line at the top, near the tip. Now, draw another horizontal line about halfway down, and a last one a little further down, about halfway up the inner triangle.
Step 3. Draw a curved line (half oval) as shown in the picture
This is the arch that sits at the base of the Eiffel Tower.
Step 4. Add details to each level as shown in the figure
Step 5. Now draw a series of Xs in the columns
The size of the Xs varies according to their position. Make the larger ones at the base, then decrease the size as you go up.
- Draw vertical lines inside the Xs to create the impression of the iron structure.
- Add blocks to the base as shown in the figure.
Step 6. Trace the lines of your drawing with a pen stroke
Erase the guidelines.
Step 7. Color the Eiffel Tower
Although it is an optional step, complete the work. All done!
Method 2 of 2: Bottom Perspective
Step 1. Unlike the standard view of the Eiffel Tower (the side), this drawing is done as if you are looking at the tower from below, at ground level
Draw guidelines with this perspective in mind, as shown in the figure.
Step 2. Inside draw two smaller curved triangles, one inside the other
Draw another pair of narrower triangles for the back.
Step 3. Now sketch the layers
Remember that they will seem closer, due to the perspective.
Step 4. From this perspective you can see the lower interior of the tower
For this you will need to draw four half ovals to connect the columns, instead of one or two. Always remember to add volume.
Step 5. Add details
Draw the Xs and the lines inside them in each column. Follow the picture as a guide to know where to put the Xs.
Step 6. Go over the tower with a pen stroke
Erase the guidelines.
