Drawing doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, the simplest lines can say the most. These simple line drawings are perfect for anyone who wants...
hand-drawn doodle art.
hand-drawn doodle art.
Start by drawing circles, rectangles, or triangles that overlap slightly. Keep the lines clean and unshaded. This technique creates interesting negative space and depth using only outline.
It’s a go-to for loosening up and playing with balance and layout.
Choose a simple object—like a mug, plant, or pair of shoes—and draw it without lifting your pen. It doesn’t need to be perfect. The beauty is in the flow and imperfection.
These simple line drawings are great warm-ups and help build hand-eye connection.
Start in one corner and let your pen move intuitively, building shapes, textures, and movement as you go. Focus on lines, not detail.
You’ll end up with a free-flowing form that feels like something between structure and energy—similar to how many pieces in the artmefree gallery begin.
Draw a set of lines that follow a shape, curve, or wave. Then repeat with even spacing. The result can look like ripples, architecture, or abstract fabric.
This method is soothing and helps focus your mind while producing beautiful results.
Doodling is a fun and relaxing way to explore creativity, and now you can start your journey with my free workbook!
The Art of Doodling is a printable workbook designed to help you discover and improve your art skills, no experience needed. At artmefree, it’s all about embracing creativity in a simple, enjoyable way, whether you’re just starting out or looking for fresh inspiration.
16 pages packed with fun doodling exercises ✨
Helps improve and level up your drawing skills ✏️
Features pattern ideas and step-by-step guides 🗒️
Includes examples alongside open space to explore 🎨
Download it now and start doodling!
Use one continuous line to draw a face—start with the forehead and let the line guide you. No erasing. Just keep going.
These drawings often turn out unexpectedly expressive. Perfect for experimenting with stylization and simplicity.
Simple doesn’t mean uncreative. In fact, limited tools and restrictions often open up more possibilities. All you need is a pen and a page.
That’s how each drawing begins at artmefree—just black ink and open space. Many of the final art prints come directly from this kind of spontaneous sketching. It’s about letting creativity flow without control.
You can build an entire sketchbook or wall collection from line-based art. Clean, thoughtful, and personal
Doodling is a fun and relaxing way to explore creativity, and now you can start your journey with my free workbook!
The Art of Doodling is a printable workbook designed to help you discover and improve your art skills, no experience needed. At artmefree, it’s all about embracing creativity in a simple, enjoyable way, whether you’re just starting out or looking for fresh inspiration.
16 pages packed with fun doodling exercises ✨
Helps improve and level up your drawing skills ✏️
Features pattern ideas and step-by-step guides 🗒️
Includes examples alongside open space to explore 🎨
Download it now and start doodling!
These simple line drawings are more than just beginner exercises—they’re an invitation to start. Whether you’re drawing daily or just easing into art again, these techniques help you build confidence, rhythm, and your own visual style.
Keep these ideas close by for your next quiet moment. Explore the gallery for more black and white sketch inspiration, or visit the shop to see how spontaneous drawings turn into bold, expressive prints.
