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How to draw a trophy - a free trophy drawing guide
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Draw a trophy step by step using simple shapes, shading, and patterns. Learn measurement, symmetry, and proportion while creating a colored, polished trophy illustration.

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Step-by-step guide to draw a trophy

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How To Draw A Trophy For Beginners

What you need
Black marker (optional), coloring materials (crayons markers colored pencils), compass or round object, eraser, paper, pencil, ruler

Step 1

Place your paper in portrait orientation on a flat surface.

Step 2

Use your ruler and pencil to draw a light vertical centerline down the middle of the paper.

Step 3

Measure with your ruler and mark a top point and a bottom point on the centerline to set the trophy height.

Step 4

Draw a wide horizontal rectangle centered on the bottom point to make the trophy base.

Step 5

Draw a smaller rectangle or trapezoid centered above the base to make the pedestal.

Step 6

Use your compass or a round object to draw an oval centered above the pedestal for the rim of the cup.

Step 7

Draw two curved lines from the oval down to the pedestal to form the cup body and connect them at the pedestal.

Step 8

Draw a C-shaped handle on the left side of the cup connecting the rim and the body.

Step 9

Draw a matching C-shaped handle on the right side using the centerline to help keep them symmetric.

Step 10

Draw a small circle or star in the center of the cup front for a medal detail.

Step 11

Add simple patterns like stripes dots or laurel lines to decorate the cup and base.

Step 12

Lightly shade one side of the cup with your pencil leaving a thin white highlight strip to show shine.

Step 13

Gently erase any construction lines so your trophy looks neat and clean.

Step 14

Color your trophy using gold tones and darker shades for shadows and color the base and decorations neatly.

Step 15

Share your finished trophy illustration on DIY.org.

Final steps

You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

If we don't have a compass or ruler, what can we use instead?

Trace the rim of a jar or lid for the oval and use a book edge or any straight object as a ruler while marking trophy height with equal finger-widths along your pencil centerline.

My cup looks lopsided or the handles don't match—how can I fix that?

Use the light vertical centerline to mirror the C-shaped handles, measure equal distances from the centerline to each handle, lightly adjust the curved lines, and then gently erase construction lines to clean up the cup body.

How can I adapt this drawing activity for younger or older kids?

For younger children, pre-draw the base, pedestal, and oval rim so they can trace and color, while older kids can add precise measurements, refined pencil shading for the shine, and intricate laurel lines or patterns.

What are some ways to personalize or enhance the finished trophy?

Write a name or award on the small circle or star, add extra decorations like stripes or laurel lines, use metallic gold tones and darker shading for depth, or cut out and mount the colored trophy on cardboard to make a stand-up award.

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Facts about drawing and illustration

✏️ Artists often start drawings with simple shapes—circles, squares, and triangles—to build complex objects.

🎨 Chiaroscuro is the art term for strong shading that turns flat sketches into lifelike, 3D-looking forms.

📏 Many trophies are designed with left-right symmetry because symmetry makes objects look balanced and pleasing.

🔢 The golden ratio (~1.618) is a famous proportion artists use to make designs feel naturally attractive.

🏆 Trophies trace back to ancient Greece, where winners were honored with captured weapons and armor.

How do I draw a trophy step by step with my child?

Start by drawing a vertical center line for symmetry. Sketch a simple oval for the top rim, then a slightly wider oval below for the cup body. Add a narrow trapezoid or rectangle for the stem and a wider rectangle or rounded base. Draw matching curved handles on each side using the center line as a guide. Refine outlines, erase extra lines, add patterns or medals, then shade curved areas for volume. Finish with color and highlights for a polished trophy illustration.

What materials do I need to draw a trophy with kids?

Gather plain drawing paper, a soft pencil (HB or 2B), a good eraser, and a ruler or straightedge for symmetry and measurement. Include a circular object or compass for clean ovals. For finishing: colored pencils, markers, or watercolor paints, plus a blending stump or cotton bud for gentle shading. Optional extras: metallic gel pens, stickers, or glitter for decoration and a protective sheet beneath to keep surfaces clean.

What ages is drawing a trophy suitable for?

This activity suits preschoolers through early teens with adjustments: 4–6 year-olds can trace basic ovals and color simple shapes; 7–9 year-olds can follow step-by-step shapes, practice measurement and symmetry, and add simple shading; 10–14 year-olds can refine proportions, experiment with patterns, detailed shading, and metallic coloring. Supervise younger children and adapt complexity to each child’s fine-motor and attention level.

What are the benefits of drawing a trophy for kids?

Drawing a trophy teaches measurement, proportion, and symmetry while boosting fine motor control and visual-spatial skills. Shading and pattern work develop observation and patience; decorating builds creativity and pride in completed work. It’s a low-pressure way to practice geometry, learn about light and form, and celebrate personal achievements—displaying their finished trophy can increase confidence and encourage continued artistic learning.
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