December Drawing Challenge Ideas Free Printables

December arrives with twinkling lights, cozy nights, and the perfect excuse to pick up your pencil for a creative adventure. December drawing challenges offer daily prompts throughout the month to help you build a consistent art habit while celebrating the holiday season. These fun challenges range from simple doodles to detailed illustrations, making them perfect for artists of all skill levels.

Drawing Challenges

December Drawing Challenge

You don’t need fancy supplies or years of experience to join the fun. Whether you prefer sketching winter scenes, holiday characters, or festive decorations, there’s a December challenge that fits your style. Many people use these prompts to try new techniques, experiment with different materials, or add more creativity to their daily routine.

The best part about December drawing challenges is how they bring your family and friends together. You can share your work, get inspired by other friends and family, and discover new ways to express the holiday spirit through art.

With a few helpful ideas, you’ll be ready to make this December your most creative month yet.

December Drawing Challenge Creative Ideas

30 Day Drawing Challenge

This Monthly Drawing Challenge is full of 30 days with 30 topics and ideas to get you drawing daily. Have fun!

1. Chocolate

2. Bells

3. Palm tree

4. Winter hat

5. Pinecone

6. Snow angel

7. Cookies

8. Menorah

9. Cardinal

10. Polar bear

11. Ornaments

12. Gloves

13. Reindeer

14. Gingerbread

15. Lights

16. Stockings

17. Donkey

18. Candy cane

19. Wrapped presents

20. Christmas tree

21. Snowman

22. Santa

23. Mistletoe

24. Star

25. Manger scene

26. Penguin

27. Mouse

28. Hot cocoa

29. A favorite memory

30. Party

31. Fireworks

Enjoy these winter drawing prompts and be creative with your drawings. You can switch up whether you want to draw in pencil, pen, or you can add a little pop of color with colored pencils as well.

What Is the December Drawing Challenge?

The December Drawing Challenge is a month-long art activity where you create one drawing each day throughout December. These challenges combine winter themes, holiday spirit, and daily creative practice to help artists build consistent drawing habits.

December Art Challenges

December art challenges are month-long events that encourage daily creative practice during the holiday season. You follow a list of 31 prompts, creating one artwork each day from December 1st through 31st.

Key features of December art challenges include:

Daily drawing prompts for all 31 days
Winter and holiday-themed topics
Social media sharing with hashtags
Flexible rules for any skill level

The challenges work well for both beginners and experienced artists. You can use any art medium, from pencils and markers to digital tools.

Many people that enjoy drawing use these challenges to develop consistent drawing habits. The structured daily practice helps you improve your skills while staying motivated during the busy holiday season.

Drawing Challenges

You can grab these free printables below that focus on Christmas themes, winter activities, or general holiday topics.

Other popular December art challenges include:

Character Design Challenge (focuses on creating new characters)
Advent of Art (countdown-style daily prompts)
Doodlecember (simple doodle-based drawings)
TinkerSketch (experimental art techniques)

Some challenges offer a variety of themes for artists who want non-religious prompts. These might focus on winter nature scenes, cozy indoor activities, or general seasonal topics.

How Daily Prompts Work

Daily prompts give you a specific topic or theme to draw each day of December.

Common prompt themes include:

Christmas decorations and symbols
Winter weather and activities
Holiday foods and treats
Cozy indoor scenes
Gift-giving and celebrations

You don’t have to follow prompts exactly. You can use them as starting points and add your own creative spin. Some combine multiple prompts or create ongoing stories throughout the month.

You can create quick 15-minute sketches or spend hours on detailed illustrations. The goal is consistent daily practice, not perfect artwork.

Tips for a Fun and Successful December Drawing Challenge

The right supplies and mindset can make your December drawing challenge both enjoyable and rewarding. Building good habits and sharing your work with others will help you stay on track throughout the month.

Choosing Your Medium: Sketchbook, Digital Art, and Paint

Traditional Options A simple sketchbook and pencils work great for everyone especially beginners. You can add colored pencils or markers later. Paint offers rich colors perfect for winter scenes. Watercolors work well for snowy landscapes.

Digital Tools Digital art apps like Procreate or Adobe Fresco give you many options. You can try different brushes and colors without buying supplies. Most tablets come with basic drawing apps already installed.

Mixed Media Fun Try collage by cutting out magazine pictures and adding drawings. You can mix paint with pencil sketches. Doodling works with any medium you choose.

What Works Best Pick what feels comfortable to start. You can always try new tools later in the month. Keep your supplies simple so you focus on drawing, not complicated tools.

Easy Ways to Stay Motivated and Inspired

Set Small Goals Draw for just 10-15 minutes each day. This feels less scary than long drawing sessions. You can always draw longer if you feel inspired.

Find Your Best Time Some people draw better in the morning with coffee. Others prefer evening doodling. Try different times to see what works for you.

Use Simple Prompts Start with easy subjects like snowflakes or candy canes. You can make them more detailed as you get comfortable. Keep a list of backup ideas for busy days.

Make It Fun Play holiday music while you draw. Try different styles on the same subject. Don’t worry about making perfect art.

Daily Drawing Challenge

Click Here to Download Your December Drawing Challenge

Find them under the Drawing Section 3/4 of the way down the free printables page

Click here for December themes and more ideas for winter

Post your daily drawings on Instagram or Facebook when you’re done. Use hashtags like #naturalbeachliving #decemberdrawingchallenge or #drawcember. This helps you connect with other people that are enjoying drawing challenges too.