About What to Draw

We've all been there — you want to draw something, but you just don't know what. That's why we built What to Draw.

Our collection features over 492 drawing ideas across 16 categories, from cute animals and fantasy creatures to architecture and everyday objects. Each reference is designed to be clear and easy to follow, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking for inspiration.

How it works

• Browse by category — Find ideas in areas you love, like animals, nature, or fantasy
• Filter by difficulty — Easy references for beginners, challenging ones for when you want to push yourself
• Choose your style — Sketch, cartoon, minimalist, or line art — pick what matches your mood
• Search naturally — Just type what you're looking for, like "cute cat easy" or "dragon sketch"

Who it's for

Artists of all levels — from kids learning to draw their first animals, to hobbyists looking for weekend inspiration, to art teachers searching for classroom references. If you've ever stared at a blank page wondering what to draw, this site is for you.

About the references

Our drawing references are digitally created to provide clean, consistent images optimized for artists to practice with. We focus on clarity and simplicity so you can concentrate on improving your skills rather than deciphering complex images.