20 Drawing YouTube video ideas— each built on a video that beat its channel.
We looked at drawing videos that pulled far more views than their channel usually gets, then wrote new ideas that borrow what worked. Each idea comes with a title, a first line, and a link to the real video behind it. Swap the [placeholders] for your own numbers.
- 01Short
Draw a Cat from Numbers: Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial
“Today, we’ll turn simple numbers into a cute cat drawing!”
Uses the 'draw from numbers' transformation pattern which is visually surprising and appeals to beginners seeking creative tricks.
- 02Short
How to Draw Realistic Braids with Pencil
“Let’s break down braids into simple, repeatable steps.”
Follows the 'how to draw hair' pattern by tackling a specific, popular hairstyle many struggle with.
- 03Short
3 Ways to Draw Smiling Anime Mouths
“Here’s how you can make your anime smiles look more natural.”
Adopts the 'how to draw anime mouth' comparison/variety pattern, appealing to anime fans seeking expressive features.
- 04Short
How to Draw Hands Holding Objects Easily
“Drawing hands is hard, but holding things? Even harder. Let’s simplify it.”
Leverages the 'how to draw hand' pattern, but adds complexity with props, which is a common artistic challenge.
- 05Short
Drawing Eyes Looking Up, Down, and Sideways
“Let’s practice eyes in three new directions for dynamic portraits.”
Mirrors the 'drawing eyes in different angles' pattern, but specifies directions for clarity and usefulness.
- 06Short
How to Draw Different Noses: 3 Simple Styles
“Learn three nose styles to upgrade your portraits instantly.”
Follows the 'different lips' variety pattern, but applies it to noses—another tricky facial feature.
- 07Short
Easy to Advanced: Draw a Boy Character Step by Step
“Let’s create a boy character from beginner to pro level, together.”
Uses the 'easy to hard' transformation pattern, but switches subject to boys for variety.
- 08Short
How to Draw 3/4 View Animal Faces
“Animal faces can be tricky—let’s master the 3/4 angle today.”
Adopts the '3/4 view head' pattern, but applies it to animals, expanding the skill set.
- 09Short
Drawing Short, Curly, and Straight Hair: Quick Tips
“Let’s compare techniques for three popular hair types.”
Combines the 'easy hair long and short' comparison pattern with more variety by including curly hair.
- 10Short
How to Draw Eyes Using Only Circles, Squares, Triangles
“Watch how different shapes create unique eyes.”
Uses the 'three shapes for eyes' structure but makes the shapes explicit and visually distinct.
- 11Short
Drawing Eyes: Realistic, Cartoon, and Anime Styles
“Let’s explore how eye styles change between realism, cartoons, and anime.”
Adopts the 'douyin, latina, and korean eyes' comparison pattern but swaps for art styles, broadening appeal.
- 12Short
How to Draw Wavy Hair: Beginner Tutorial
“Wavy hair can look amazing—here’s how to draw it step by step.”
Uses the 'girl's hair tutorial' beginner instruction pattern, focusing on a common but tricky texture.
- 13Short
Draw a Portrait Using Only the Number 2
“Can you draw a face with just the number 2? Let’s try it!”
Expands on the 'draw from numbers' surprise transformation, raising the challenge for engagement.
- 14Short
How to Shade Hair for Realism in 5 Minutes
“Want realistic hair? Follow these five-minute shading tips.”
Uses a time frame structure to appeal to viewers wanting quick, actionable results for shading hair.
- 15Short
3 Common Anime Mouth Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
“Avoid these mistakes to improve your anime drawings instantly.”
Uses the '3 ways/how to' comparison pattern but switches to common mistakes, making it relatable and helpful.
- 16Short
How to Draw Hands in Motion: 3 Dynamic Poses
“Master dynamic hand poses for more energetic art.”
Builds on the 'how to draw hand' tutorial with the comparison and variety of motion poses.
- 17Short
Drawing Eyes with Glasses: Easy Techniques
“Glasses change everything—here’s how to draw eyes behind them.”
Uses the transformation pattern by adding a prop, making eye tutorials even more practical.
- 18Short
How to Draw Lips from the Side: Simple Guide
“Side view lips can be tricky—let’s break it down together.”
Applies the specific angle/difficulty structure from the lips tutorial for a new perspective.
- 19Short
Easy to Hard: Drawing an Animal Character Progression
“Watch as a simple animal doodle turns into a detailed design.”
Follows the 'easy to hard' transformation pattern but with animals, offering fresh subject matter.
- 20Short
How to Draw a 3/4 View Robot Head
“Want cool robots? Let’s draw one from a unique angle.”
Applies the 3/4 angle focus to a mechanical subject, appealing to sci-fi and tech art fans.
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