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How to draw Telescope

Learn to draw telescope in five picture steps. Begin with sloping telescope tube, then build up to tube bands and stars. Draw in your browser, color the finished model, or practice with its tracing outline.

Finished example: Telescope
Finished example: Telescope

Five picture steps

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  1. Step 1

    Begin with sloping telescope tube. Leave room around the shape for the next parts.

  2. Step 2

    Add wide lens rim. Compare its position with the first step.

  3. Step 3

    Draw small eyepiece. Keep the earlier shapes visible as you work.

  4. Step 4

    Build in three-legged stand. Look at where these parts touch the earlier shapes.

  5. Step 5

    Finish with tube bands and stars. Choose your own colors or follow the finished example.

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