Hand-drawn illustrations to brighten graduation: an idea collection you'll want to copy

The Blue Bird of Happiness

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I had the honor of drawing the winner of the 10,000-follower milestone event, @pi_ko1827! Since their name was a bird, I imagined and drew a bluebird of happiness ❤RecommendationTag: Writer (for text/fiction)Translation

♬ Fly Like a Butterfly – Badanamu

The bluebird of happiness, a popular motif symbolizing new beginnings and fresh starts.

Adding a four-leaf clover or small flowers beside it subtly conveys wishes for the future and encouragement for someone special.

Drawn with fine lines, it gives an elegant impression and blends naturally with messages in albums or commemorative booklets.

Tilting the bird to face upward to the right strengthens the feeling of moving forward, delivering a positive spirit to graduates and classmates.

It’s an idea that appeals across generations, as it relies on meaningfulness rather than flashiness.

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Report card

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Let's go ahead and express our gratitude to the teacher before winter break!CuteIllustration videoTeacherGratitude#thankyou

♬ Gyutto – Sexy Zone

An idea for a memorable “report card” that lets students express gratitude to their teachers.

Use the subject fields as spaces to write feelings, and add episodes about how the teacher supported you to give honest emotions a concrete form.

Replacing the grading section with stars or smiley stamps will soften the tone.

Hand-drawing the borders adds warmth and makes it feel less formal.

Varying text size for emphasis is also effective.

It’s a heartfelt idea that, with a playful touch, conveys feelings that can’t be fully expressed in words alone and leaves a lasting impression.

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Tulip

[Simple & Stylish] Here's How to Draw Tulips! #shorts

Tulips are flowers that can brighten up a page with a cheerful and gentle impression.

Their petal shapes are easy to recognize, and the colors can be freely combined, making it simple to create a sense of unity even when several people are drawing them.

Lining up reds, yellows, pinks, and other colors can express the diversity of classmates or club members.

Drawing the stems and leaves a bit longer adds a feeling of growth and openness toward the future.

Arranging them with a rhythmic layout also adds a sense of fun.

It’s an idea that soothes viewers’ hearts and conveys support for a fresh start.

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Stamping

A simple, easy-to-understand, and easy-to-try technique! Stamping refers to a method where you apply ink such as paint to a stamp (a mold) and press it onto paper, fabric, and so on to transfer the pattern.

You can also use familiar materials for the molds, so it seems you can create interesting works by using recycled items like plastic bottle caps or cardboard, cross-sections of vegetables, or uniquely shaped objects.

Also, the amount of water appears to be a key point, so it’s best to adjust it as you work.

silk screen

[Handmade] The Easiest Way to Make and Print with a Silk Screen | Tsurara-an

Let’s try one of the printmaking techniques! As the name suggests, silk screen printing is a method where ink is pushed through the open areas of a mesh—such as silk or nylon—to print.

Its appeal lies in the fact that you can print without reversing the image, achieve vivid colors and uniform color fields, and print on various materials and even curved surfaces, including paper, fabric, and boards.

In the video, they gather tools from a 100-yen shop and introduce the basics of how to print with silk screen.

Be sure to check it out for reference!

Sputtering

[Watercolor Techniques] How to Do Spattering

We’ll introduce techniques that can be used for watercolor painting and more.

Splatters (spattering) refers to a method where you load paint or ink onto a brush, then rub it over a fine mesh or similar surface to scatter it in fine particles.

In the video, it covers the basics of spattering using two brushes, as well as techniques that use a toothbrush and wire mesh.

With a bit of creativity, you can incorporate it into any kind of artwork, so be sure to give it a try.

dripping

Dripping (pouring)! One of the modern painting techniques!

A modern technique that kids and adults can try together! One type of dripping technique, called “blowing,” involves placing thinned paint on paper and blowing through a straw or with your mouth to enjoy the unique patterns and trails that form by chance.

Part of its appeal is that no two patterns can ever be exactly the same, and you can express individuality through your choice of colors and the strength of your breath.

In the video, we introduce the basic steps and fundamentals of dripping.

Be sure to use it as a reference!