Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots â Featuring the Refrigerator Robot Video Tutorial!
Have you ever imagined a robot shaped like a kitchen appliance? If not, youâre in for a treat. Our latest video tutorial shows you how to draw a Refrigerator Robot, a quirky and creative character straight from the pages of our drawing book Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots. This step-by-step drawing video is a fun way for kids and beginner artists to learn how to draw an imaginative robot with personalityâand all you need is a pencil, paper, and a little creativity.
Watch the Video: How to Draw a Refrigerator Robot
Heâs boxy, heâs cool (literally), and heâs got a personality thatâs colder than ice cream. With freezer drawers, magnetic arms, and a digital display face, this Refrigerator Robot is a great introduction to the world of cartoon robotics.
Now that youâve had a taste of whatâs inside, letâs explore everything that makes Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots a must-have drawing book for young artists!
Inside the Book: Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots
Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots is a beginner-friendly drawing book that teaches kids and aspiring cartoonists how to draw fun and creative robot characters using the grid drawing method. The book contains 50 different robot designs, each one with a playful and imaginative twist. From jetpack-powered bots to ones shaped like common household items (like our Refrigerator Robot), this book is designed to spark creativity and build foundational art skills.
Here are some key features of the book:
- 50 Original Robot Characters: Each robot is unique, funny, and bursting with personality.
- Grid-Based Drawing Pages: Every character includes a gridded reference and a blank grid for kids to copy the design, one square at a time.
- Encourages Observation and Patience: The grid method teaches kids to slow down and pay attention to shapes and proportions.
- Perfect for Beginners: Whether your child is just starting their art journey or looking for a fun way to draw, this book makes the process easy and rewarding.
- Great for Ages 5 and Up: Simple designs and instructions make it accessible to younger artists, but fun enough for older kids too.
Whether youâre drawing a Refrigerator Robot or one of our other kooky characters, this book helps artists build confidence while having fun.
Why Use the Grid Drawing Method?
The grid drawing method is a tried-and-true way to learn how to draw accurately. It breaks down a complicated image into small, more manageable parts. Kids learn to focus on one square at a time, helping them see how shapes connect and build up into a whole image.
Here are a few benefits:
- Improves Accuracy: Helps artists keep proportions correct without becoming overwhelmed.
- Encourages Focus: Kids learn to concentrate and develop patience.
- Boosts Confidence: As they complete more drawings, young artists feel proud of their achievements.
- Develops Visual Skills: Enhances the ability to see shapes and translate them onto paper.
The Refrigerator Robot is a perfect example of how even complex shapes can be made simple and approachable using the grid method.
Meet the Robots
While the Refrigerator Robot is definitely one of the coolest bots in the book, heâs just one of many awesome characters youâll meet. Inside Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots, youâll find robots shaped like:
- Video game controllers
- Bubble gum machines
- Skateboards
- Space shuttles
- Toasters
- Light bulbs
- And so much more!
Each character is designed to be fun, weird, and a little unexpectedâjust like the Refrigerator Robot. The book is filled with personality, and the robots are meant to inspire laughter, curiosity, and lots of drawing.
A Great Book for Home, School, or Art Class
Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots is an excellent resource for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers. Whether youâre planning a rainy-day activity, filling in free time at school, or adding a creative element to your art curriculum, this book fits right in.
Teachers love it because:
- It encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.
- Itâs screen-free entertainment.
- It supports fine motor development and focus.
Parents love it because:
- It keeps kids engaged for hours.
- Itâs mess-free and portable.
- It encourages independent learning.
And most importantly, kids love it because:
- They get to draw really fun characters.
- They see improvement quickly.
- It doesnât feel like schoolworkâit feels like play.
Ready to Draw Your Own Refrigerator Robot?
The best part of the video tutorial is that it brings the page to life. If youâve never drawn a robot before, the Refrigerator Robot is a great place to start. Once youâve mastered this frosty fellow, you can jump into the full Draw by Grid: Cartoon Robots book and meet the rest of the robo-crew.
Start with a pencil and watch the tutorial, and before you know it, you’ll have your very own Refrigerator Robot smiling back at you from the page. Then, grab a copy of the book to explore 49 more awesome robot designs, all waiting to be drawn.
Drawing doesn’t have to be hard. With a grid, a pencil, and a little imagination, anyone can create something amazingâstarting with a Refrigerator Robot.
Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 70 (and still counting) children’s drawing books available here on FirstArtBooks.com. Kevin has also authored numerous kid-friendly comic book series, including “Dylan McVillain: A Super Villain with the Best Intentions” and “The Adventures of a 4th Grade Space Captain,” along with the Children’s Picture Book series “Alexis and the T-Rexes.”
