How To Draw A Bottle Of Water
It can be incredibly rewarding to draw something realistic. Not sure where to start? Drawing a bottle of water can be surprisingly easy when you know the ground rules. Read on for how to sketch an unforgettable water bottle.
Start with the Right Supplies
The most important part of the drawing process is having the right materials to begin. Gather a thin piece of paper and an HB or 2H pencil. You want to make sure your pencil has a sharp point so you can accurately draw small details. To make sure your lines stay sharp as long as possible, remember to keep your pencil sharpened.
Next, grab an eraser. This will be your secret weapon as you will be using it quite a bit as you draw. And, of course, let’s not forget about the bottle of water. When you’re ready, you’re ready to begin sketching your masterpiece.
Create the Outline
Start your drawing off by sketching out the outline of a bottle of water. This can be done quickly by drawing the basic shape with quick and careful strokes. Don’t worry too much about making it perfect the first time you draw it– we’ll come back and fix it up in the next step.
Remember to find the right angles to draw the bottle at. It’s also important to know where the center of the bottle is, and keep track of it as you draw. Wherever the center of the bottle is, that’s where your ellipse should go.
Draw the Details
As you draw the details of the bottle, your eraser will become your best friend. You want to add a sense of light and shadow to your drawing, so it’s about erasing the right parts of your sketch. Don’t be afraid to erase too much! Details are everything at this stage.
The back of your bottle should have more of a curved angle, while the front should be more convex. Make sure to draw a faint line for the opening of the of the bottle and for the metal rivets that hold down the lid. Also keep in mind how light reflects off the bottle and add some highlights to your sketch.
Refine Your Lines
This is the most crucial stage of your drawing process. Your pencil should be relatively sharp at this point and you get to use it to add clean and delicate lines. Think about the shape of the bottle and refine the lines as you draw. Are they wavy or angular? These lines will determine the mood and message that your drawing conveys.
Don’t be afraid to use your eraser to remove parts where you feel that lines have to be redrawn. You want your lines to look effortless and natural.
Add the Finishing Touches
Now you get to add all the finishing touches that will give the bottle a sense of life and character. Your drawing will be transformed if you draw in the details of the bottle cap and wrap. Don’t forget to add the ridges along the plastic and bring a sense of realism to your drawing.
Keep an eye out for any errant lines or mistakes you might have made and correct them with your eraser. When finished, you will have before you a life-like bottle of water that you created all on your own!
