Celebrate the spirit of Diwali with art! In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to draw a diya in a few simple steps. All you need is a pen and I have included a guide that you can refer to.
What is A Diya?
A diya (also called deepa or deepam) is a traditional oil lamp widely used during Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. You can easily make a clay diya at home with your children and lighting these diyas symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and the
Diwali, also known as Deepavali, holds deep spiritual significance in India and across many countries around the world like Trinidad, Guyana, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka,
How to draw a Diya- Step by Step tutorial
You only need a pencil (or pen), paper and optional coloring materials.
1. Draw the base shape: Start with a wide, shallow “U” shape. Then close the top by drawing two curved arcs that meet in the middle to form a pointed center.
2. Add the back outline: Behind the initial “U” draw a second curved line connecting the outer edges. This gives the diya depth and shape.
3. Sketch the flame: Draw three teardrop shapes, one inside the other, rising above the diya’s top.
4. Decorate and embellish: Add small patterns like dots, lines, curved designs across the body of the diya to personlize it.
Color in your Diya with crayons, pencils or paint and have fun! For a more softer watery look, try creating a Diwali watercolor painting on thicker mixed media papers to express your artistic side.
Download: Diya Drawing Guide
Please enjoy the Printable diya Pdf version of this tutorial that you can refer to while drawing. Kindly do not sell or distribute this or claim to be your own.
Click here to download the printable guide
Tips & Ideas for Your Diya Drawing:
- Use bright, warm colors like red, orange, yellow and gold to mimic candlelight.
- Overlay decorative patterns- flowers, stripes, curves- to make it unique.
- Combine your diya sketch with a printable rangoli design or printable Happy Diwali card
Conclusion:
Drawing a diya is simple, fun and meaningful – especially during the festival of lights. Whether you’re making Diwali cards, decorations or filling your sketchbook for fun, this tutorial has you covered.
Combining your drawn oil lamps with handcrafted deity artwork creates a warm, welcoming altar space. Take a look at these DIY Ganesha craft ideas for home for complementary decor projects to pair with your diya sketches
If you try how to draw a diya tutorial, I’d love to see your artwork! Tag me on social media @smithakatti #smithakatti
