Unleash Your Inner Artist (and Local Pride): How to Doodle the Pennsylvania Flag in 5 Easy-ish Steps
Let's face it, folks, there's nothing more Pennsylvanian than... well, a whole lotta things. Cheesesteaks? Yup. Shoo-fly pie? Absolutely. The Liberty Bell? Now you're talkin'! But what about showcasing your Keystone State pride in a truly artistic way? That's where this handy-dandy guide comes in, because today we're learning how to draw the glorious Pennsylvania flag!
Step 1: Gear Up Like a Mastermind (or Just Grab a Pencil)
Forget the fancy beret and smock, this is a judgement-free zone. All you need is a warrior's arsenal of art supplies, which translates to:
- A trusty pencil: HB for the sketching faint of heart, or 2B for those who like to go bold (like those mountains on a Hershey bar).
- A fiercer-than-a-philly-cheesesteak pen: Black will do the trick, but feel free to get fancy with colored pens later if you're feeling feisty.
- Paper fit for a Keystone: Printer paper is fine, but for that real Renaissance-fair feel, unleash yourself on some construction paper.
Pro Tip: If you're feeling fancy, a ruler can help keep things straight (especially important for those of us who struggle to draw a decent stick figure).
Step 2: Let's Get Sketchy – Taming the Flag's Shape
Imagine the flag is a big rectangle. Now draw that rectangle nice and bold, because this bad boy is about to be bursting with Pennsylvanian pride.
Next, channel your inner interior decorator and divide this rectangle into three horizontal sections. The top and bottom sections should be skinny like a healthy fry, and the middle section should be nice and wide, ready for all the flag's glorious symbolism.
Step 3: Welcome to the Main Event – The Shield of Awesomeness
Center stage in the middle section belongs to the shield. Think of a rounded rectangle with a pointy bottom. It doesn't have to be perfect, imperfections add character (just like that time you totally meant to trip that rug and it turned into your best dance move ever).
Inside the shield, let's get emblematic! Draw a ship on the left (because Pennsylvania has ports, duh) and a plow on the right (gotta represent all those hardworking farmers).
Step 4: Horsing Around – The Power of Two
Pennsylvania wouldn't be Pennsylvania without a nod to its equestrian heritage. So, on either side of the shield, add two horses – one rearing up on its hind legs, the other standing proudly. Don't worry about making Secretariat jealous, just capture their general horsey-ness.
Step 5: The Finishing Touches – Words and Such
Below the shield, there's a cool banner with some words. Channel your inner inner-tube-floating-down-the-Delaware-River chill and write "Virtue, Liberty, and Independence".
And lastly, color it all in! Blue for the sky, green for the fields, brown for the... well, the ground? Use your artistic license, Pennsylvania is your canvas!
Congratulations! You've just drawn the Pennsylvania flag! High five yourself and maybe even yodel a little jig because you deserve it.
FAQ: Unleashing Your Inner Pennsylvanian Artist
How to make the horses look majestic? Practice makes perfect, but a flowing mane and tail always helps.
How to get the ship just right? No need for the Titanic treatment, a simple boat outline will do the trick.
How to avoid eraser meltdowns? Sketch lightly first, then go over your lines with confidence (or trace over them if you're feeling sneaky).
How to make my flag super Pennsylvanian? Add some scrapple to your breakfast while you draw for peak Keystone State inspiration.
How to impress everyone with my artistic skills? Frame your masterpiece and tell everyone it took you months (it's our little secret).