How to Draw a Shield – Easy Medieval Symbol Drawing for Kids
Apr 10, 2026
How to draw a shield: step-by-step drawing instructions
Step 1: Draw a curved line with a pointed bump in the middle for the top of the shield.
Step 2: Draw the left-hand part of the shield, downwards to the lowest point.
Step 3: Draw the right edge of the shield by joining it with the lower edge.
Step 4: Inside the shield, draw a smaller curving top line.
Step 5: Draw the border around the shield, incorporating both curved sides and a pointed bottom.
Step 6: Create a small diamond in the middle.
Step 7: Above the diamond, draw two slanting lines that meet at an angle to form the top of the star.
Step 8: To the right side of the diamond, draw two lines of sharpness to start the left side of the star.
Step 9: The diamond's right-hand side draws two straight lines to form the right portion of the star.
Step 10: Below the diamond, draw two lines that meet at a point to finish the bottom portion of the star.
Step 11: Draw four small, pointed designs between the points of the star.
Step 12: Draw an unidirectional vertical line across the centre of the star as shown in the image.
Step 13: Draw a long-curved form on the right side with a cross-section at the lower.
Step 14: Include leaves along the left branch, then draw the curve of the branch line to the right.
Step 15: Include leaves along the right side of the branch.
Step 16: Make more small leaves in the lower part of the wreath to finish the laurel wreath.
Step 17: On the outer border of the shield, draw small circles that are evenly spaced.
Step 18: Color the whole shield to enhance its beauty of your drawing.
