There’s something delightful about sitting face-to-face and sketching someone you know. Whether you’re drawing with a child, a partner, or a friend, this activity invites playfulness and creativity. Use crayons, markers, or whatever you have on hand—there’s no need for artistic skills! Try adding a twist, like drawing without looking, using your non-dominant hand, or setting a timer for quick sketches. It’s a great way to spark laughter, encourage observation, and enjoy a shared moment of...
Sit facing your child, partner, or friend with your drawing materials, then take turns drawing each other’s portrait. It doesn’t have to be perfect—just have fun! For an extra challenge, set a timer (e.g., 1-minute speed portraits) or try drawing without lifting the pencil. Once finished, share your drawings and enjoy the reactions!
Blind drawing: Try drawing each other without looking at your paper! Keep your eyes on the person you’re drawing and let your hand move freely—expect hilarious results.
Story portraits: After drawing, make up a funny or imaginative backstory about the person in the portrait - who are they, what’s their secret talent, or what adventure are they about to go on?
Emotion portraits: Instead of a regular portrait, draw each other making different exaggerated facial expressions (happy, surprised, grumpy, silly, etc.).