Hot Drawing & Illustration How-Tos
How To: Draw My Neighbor Totoro
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Totoro. Start off with the ears, then connect the top of the head around them and continue to draw the rest of the head. Fill in the eyes and the nose on the face, then make lines on the side of the face to show whiskers. After this, draw an egg shape as the rest of the bottom, then add hairs onto the stomach area. Draw small little lines on the bottom of the character to make it look like he is sitting on something. To finish, draw the character holding...
How To: Draw an adorable little puppy
Michael Weisner teaches us how to draw an adorable little puppy in this tutorial. Start out by drawing the outline of the dog, drawing in all the details as well as the body. After you have the base done, grab a Sharpie and start to draw the top of the head and the ears. Make lines on the top to make it look like the dog has fur and don't forgot the eyes and nose on the face. After this, trace out the rest of the body, including the front and back paws. Make sure to add in any shading you fee...
How To: Draw a variety of prom dresses
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a variety of prom dresses. First, you will need to start out by drawing the dresses on different body shapes. Make dresses that are long, short, and knee-length. After this, use a marker to draw the outline of the body and the dress, then start to add in the pleats and the dress details. Add on scarves and other items to the different types of dresses, then continue doing this for the different types of dresses and body shapes. When you are done, draw in...
How To: Draw the anime character Tobi
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the anime character Tobi. Start off by using light pencil markings to outline the face and the head. After this, use a marker to draw in the eyes and pupils. Next, draw in the eyebrows over the eyes, then make a small mark for the nose. Draw in a line for the mouth, then make one of the eyes a diagonal line, like the character is winking. Start to outline the chin, then draw in the ears and start making the hair. The hair should be spiked and going down ...
How To: Draw Super Shadow from Sonic the Hedgehog
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Super Shadow from Sonic the Hedgehog. Start off by drawing the spikes for the hair, then draw the ears and the eyes on the face. After this, draw the arms, upper body, lower body, and legs. When you are finished with this, use a dark pen to outline the cartoon character and draw in any additional details. Next, you will add in colors to the character, using reds on the outside of the hair and legs, then orange and tan on the inside. Finish this off with ...
How To: Start drawing things
In this video, we learn how to start drawing things. To get started with drawing, you have to have a passion for it and know what you want to draw. If you are going to draw with your computer, you will have to learn what all the different tools mean and you will have to learn how to use them. Make sure that when you are drawing, you use shading to your advantage. Start off drawing small things and use outlines to help you draw more precisely. Take your time when you draw and use different tou...
How To: Measure your space when drawing a landscape
In this video, we learn how to measure your space when drawing a landscape. First you want to draw a line in the middle and measure out the line to the top of the building, and create another line there. Measure the length and then measure the edge of the outside of the building. After this, find the end point for the building and measure from the top down or from the second line to the roof, then draw the line across. Measure in from the end to get the angle, then find the layout for the tre...
How To: Write the letter B in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter "b" in calligraphy copperplate. Start off with a piece of lined paper and your calligraphy pen. Create a smooth curved line going down, with a dot that is at the end of the line. After this, create a swirl on the left hand side of the line, then curve it out to make the top of the letter of the humps on the "b". Make sure you grab ink often, especially when you want to make a bolder line. Continue down to make the humps of the letter, then when ...
How To: Draw the characters Super Dog Bolt, Mittens and Rhino
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the characters Bolt, Mittens, and Rhino. Start off by drawing the body of bolt, then drawing the bodies of Mittens and Rhino on both sides of the dog. Start to draw in details after you get the main bodies drawn, then use a dark line to outline all of the animals. After this, start to color all of the different animals. Also, color the background of the picture bright red with a touch of yellow in the middle. Finish this off by adding in further details ...
How To: Master Figure Drawing By Erasing
Master Figure Drawing using an Eraser Having trouble with the human form in your figure drawing class? Or just looking to impress your girlfriend or boyfriend with your art skills with a beautiful drawing of their figure? Here is a simple tip to trick your brain into using more of the right, creative, side of your brain. You will need:
How To: Easily draw wings
In this video, we learn how to easily draw wings. First, take a piece of paper and grab a pen. Next, use light marks to draw in the outline of how you want the wings to look. Draw in the sides and make sure to show the feathers out on the edges of the wings. After this, draw in details on the wing. Make sure to show the different layers of wings, including the small and larger ones. Add in colors to the picture if you prefer, then you are finished drawing these. This is easy to do and great f...
How To: Draw couture dresses
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw couture dresses. First, sketch the body onto the paper and then outline it with a black permanent marker. Make the lines soft and outline the body to have curves like a real woman. After this, start to add in the details of the dress, making the shoulders poof and adding accents to the side shoulder. Next, start to polish up the drawing by defining any lines and making different shapes. Make sure to draw the dress exactly how you want it, showing how it ...
How To: Draw two clasping hands
In this video, we learn how to draw two clasping hands. Start off by drawing the two hands holding each others hand. Next, draw a circle above the hands like they are holding something. After this, draw a large flower on the circle and then start to erase the base lines from the drawing. Draw in the fingernails on the picture, then color in the skin color on the nail. Color the flower any color that you would like, then draw in the background to any color you prefer. Shade the wrist of the ar...
How To: Draw different kind of eyes
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw different kinds of eyes. If you are drawing an eye from the side, make sure you show the eye bulging out of the eye, and show the long eyelashes and layers of the lids. If you are drawing an eye looking up, make sure to show the socket of the eye and the layers underneath the top of the eyelid. To draw an eye closed, you will show the brow bone and crease of the eye, as well as the lashes and the circles underneath the eye. There are a lot of different e...
How To: Draw Shadow the Hedgehog
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Shadow the Hedgehog. Start off by drawing the head and then add in the spiked hair. After this, draw in the details of the eyes and continue down to the arms and the rest of the body. Draw in the feet and a gun in the character's hand. Now, use a pen to start drawing the outline over the pencil marks that you just made. Continue on to draw in details on the picture that make it look more realistic. After this, color in the picture with colored pens and u...
How To: Draw a Chibi-style anime face
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to draw a chibi-style animation face. This task is very fast, easy and simple to do. Begin by drawing box-like face with any type of angle, depending on the character's emotion. Then add an ear. Now draw the eye. Make sure that the eyes are exaggerated and over-sized. Then draw a small nose in the center of the face and add a mouth. Add detail to the mouth such as: teeth, tongue and a chin. Finally, add the eyebrows and hair. This video will benefit t...
How To: Draw Walt Disney character, Pluto
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Goofy. First, draw the nose and then draw in the face. After this, start to extend the face down with the neck and a collar. After this, draw the back of Pluto and then his four legs like he's walking. Next, draw a darker line over the picture, then draw a tongue hanging out of the mouth and eyes and ears. Make sure to draw the tail, then start to color the picture with Pluto's signature colors. Add in any additional details, then save your picture onto ...
How To: Draw Hinata
In this video, we learn how to draw Hinata. First draw a circle, then draw crossing lines through the circle. Draw in eyes where the lines intersect, then draw in the nose and mouth. Make the eyebrows after this, then remove the lines inside of the face. Next, draw in the hair and make the bangs lie flat on the face with long bangs on the front of the face. Draw on the top of the shirt and then start adding in further detail. Add lines to the face, then add in color if you prefer. To finish, ...
How To: Draw Azure Kite from .hack//Link
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw azure kite. Start off by drawing the face, then draw on the hat and the upper body. Next, you will want to outline the rough draft that you first made and start to add in details. Color in the hair and the hat, as well as the skin and the outfit. Add in wrinkles and buttons on the clothing as well. Add in the eyes to the face and include the nose, mouth and ears. Place the tattoo on the side of the face, then add in shading on the entire body. When done,...
How To: Draw the Walt Disney character Dumbo
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Walt Disney character, Dumbo. First, draw the ears flying out in the air, then draw the head outline around it. After this, draw in the trunk outline, the eyes, and the hat. Next draw in the body and legs of the character as well. Next, color the background of the drawing and then start coloring the character in with gray. Next, use a paintbrush to outline the body, then add in any details you see fit. Color in the inside of the ears and then color in th...
How To: Draw Neji Hyuga from the Naruto series
In this video, we learn how to draw Neji Hyuga from the Naruto series. Start by drawing the outline of the helmet, then add in a swirl that is on the front of it. After this, draw in the eyebrows and then draw in the eyes as well. Draw in the pupils and lines around the eyes. next, draw in the nose and draw in the mouth as well. Next, you will draw in the shirt and neck for the upper body of the character. To finish the drawing, you will draw in hair on the helmet and down through the face!
How To: Properly draw with a pencil
In this tutorial, we learn how to properly draw with a pencil. First, start off by drawing squares and see what it looks like when you color them in and shade them all differently. This will help you learn how to control your pencil and see how hard you have to press to make the shades look different. You can also scribble a line going from really dark to light. Make sure you are making a range of different colors so you are learning how the pressure on the pencil effects how the color comes ...
How To: Quickly draw Sonic the Hedgehog
In this video, we learn how to quickly draw Sonic the Hedgehog. Start off by drawing the eyes and eyebrows. Next, draw the ears on the side and connect the head around it. After this, start going to the side to draw the three spikes for the hair. After this, draw in the nose, mouth, pupils, and inside of the ears. Add in shading where appropriate and add highlights to the top of the head. Use a black paintbrush to draw the outline of Sonic darker. After this, finish the picture by coloring it...
How To: Draw a realistic skull
In this video, we learn how to draw a realistic skull. Start off by using a pencil to draw out the basic outline of the skull. After this, add in further details, such as shading on the side of the head to show that it is hollow. Also add in the sockets for the eyes and show where the nose is at. Draw in the jaw bone as well as the teeth and the jaw line around it. Draw on cracks to the face at different places to make it look more realistic. Add in shading and darker lines where you feel nec...
How To: Draw a 3D ball & cone
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a 3D ball and cone. First, draw a circle with two lines coming out the side of it. After this, add in shading to the bottom of the circle and then draw a shadow coming out of the bottom of the circle as well. After this, draw a light that is shining onto the ball. Make sure you are drawing a black crayon to get the best texture out of this. Draw in darker lines on the circle, then draw lines over the top of the ball and through where the light is shining...
How To: Draw a small town using complex levels
Complex levels is just a fancy name for multileveled, architectural structures in drawing. Complex levels drawing is used frequently by architects to help them envision and plan out the building, archway, walkway, and supports they'd like to build.
How To: Draw a cartoon fish with scales
In this video, we learn how to draw a cartoon fish with scales. First draw a circle for the body of the fish, followed by the details of the face and then the fins and tail. After this, color the background to look like the color of the sea. Now, take a black paintbrush and outline the details and body of the fish. Start to add in scales around the body that are small and colored red. After this, draw bubbles coming out of the fish's mouth. Color the fins and tail yellow, then color the eye b...
How To: Draw a young, innocent-looking manga girl
Yes, we know, most manga girls look innocent anyways (though the same isn't always true for their personalities), but this manga girl is truly adorable and friendly-looking. Of course, the big, bright childish eyes and pursed lips probably help with that.
How To: Draw an 18 wheeler semi truck
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw an 18 wheeler semi truck. Start out using a pencil to draw the outline of the truck, using lines on a vertical point to make sure everything is even. After this, use your pencil to smudge darker marks throughout the truck. Next, use the pencil to make darker lines for the outline of the truck and add in more details to it. Make sure to draw in the tires, as well as the windshield and the headlights. Turn the paper around to get the best angles while draw...
How To: Draw a basic wolf using simple shapes
In this video, we learn how to draw a basic wolf using simple shapes. First, draw the head of the wolf looking down with it's mouth open. Next, draw two circles to show where the front and back feet will go. Next, draw the fur onto the animal, then draw in the fur. Next, draw in the details of the face and the paws as well. Take your time while you are drawing this and make sure to erase any unwanted lines are you are going along. Add in the fur to detail the wolf and give it more personality...
How To: Draw the Seven Dwarfs from Disney's "Snow White"
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the Seven Dwarfs from Disney's Snow White. First, you will outline all the bodies of the different characters laying next to each other. After this, start to fill in the details of the faces and the outfits of the characters. Next, add in the colors of all the outfits, and add in the eye color and mouth colors. Continue to add in details of the clothing, adding the belts and the buttons of the outfits. Erase the lines that aren't needed, then fill in the...
How To: Draw a manga chibi eye
In this video, we learn how to draw a manga chibi eye. Start off by drawing an outline of the eye with the round middle and the lines on top and on the bottom. After this, start to add in the small details of the eye, like the pupil and shine marks on it. Next, start to shade in the eye and make the lines thicker. Continue to draw in black until the back of the eye is covered black and another portion of the eye is white. Switch back and forth between different pencils to help you color in di...
How To: Draw penguins
Shoo Rayner teaches us how to draw penguins in this tutorial. Start off by drawing a boxed shape for the body, then draw the head and beak onto the top. After this draw on the windows as well as the belly and the feet of the penguin. Use a light pencil while you are doing this, since it's just the outline. After this, draw the inner body of the penguin, then start adding further details. Use a darker pen or pencil to draw over the outline and create the entire penguin. You can draw from the s...
How To: Draw foreshortened figures
In this video, we learn how to draw foreshortened figures. First draw a circle and then continue drawing other circles to connect them together and make an out line. After you have drawn these, you will start to outline the circles so you see a body detail coming out of the drawing. Draw in the legs and the arms as well as the head. Don't worry about adding details to this, it's all about drawing just the figure. Shade on the different areas and add in lines to make the figure look more reali...
How To: Write the letter R in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter "r" in calligraphy copperplate. Start out by dipping your calligraphy pen into ink, then creating a curved line with a dot at the end of it. Next, fill in the line so it is smooth and there are not ragged edges. Next, draw a large swirl on the left side next to the curved line, then draw it over to make the initial loop on the "r". After this, create a loop in the middle, then draw it back down to make the end hump of the "r". After this, draw i...
How To: Draw a perfect cylinder using a right angle prism as a guide
Drawing cylinders, like drawing circles, is easy stuff. But drawing perfect cylinders, minutely calibrated edges and angles and all, is often impossible unless you have the right method and the right tools. Rather than lazily sketching your way to a mediocre cylinder, why not improve your drawing and drafting ability by crafting a perfect one?
How To: Draw an anatomically correct human head
You can't accurately draw a human face - heck, any part of a human body - without knowing about how the underlying bones and muscles contribute to structure. And while disecting is by far the best thing you can do to improve your knowledge in these two fields, we don't all have the ability to do such things. So this video is the next best alternative.
How To: Draw an anatomically correct man in motion
We can't seem to divulge ourselves from our stick figures, which we perfected to an art in second grade. But if you're a true artist who's looking to become better at realistically rendering a human body, then you've come to the right place.
How To: Draw an isometric holed square prism using a template
Give life to your drawings by busting them out in three dimensions. Two dimensional drawings are cool, but creating images in 3D helps to give them life and vitality, not to mention believability, traits that are very important if you're looking to get into architecture or drafting.
How To: Draw an isometric cube using a template and measuring scrap
This is one of the few times you should be a square. After all, achieving perfect, equally measured sides and angles involves fine tuned calculations that aren't open to creativity and whims.