Drawing a combine is no small task – it requires concentration, skill and precision. With a few simple tools and some practice, you can master the art of combine drawing. Here’s how to get started.
Gather the Right Materials
If you’re serious about crafting a great combine drawing, you’ll need to equip yourself with the right tools. Start by gathering inexpensive drawing paper, graphite pencils, erasers, a sharpener and black ink. You’ll also need a ruler and a compass to help you draw accurate measurements.
Start With a Basic Outline
Once you have everything you need, begin by creating a basic outline of the combine. Use the ruler and pencil to sketch out the body of the combine and add any details, such as windows and doors. You can also draw out a basic plan view of your combine, which shows the object from the top with simple two-dimensional shapes.
Give It Depth
Now that you have the basic outline, it’s time to give your drawing a more three-dimensional look. Start by using the ruler to trace vertically and horizontally and draw lines for the front, back, top and bottom of the drawling. For the sides, use the compass to create a small circle for the wheels. Create a blockier shape for the body of the combine and give the drawling more detail by adding the windows and doors.
Shade and Color
Once you have your drawing complete, it’s time to add shading and color. Using the graphite pencils, create a sense of depth by blending light and dark shading. You can also add contrast by shading some areas a lighter color and other areas a darker color. Finally, use the black ink to outline the front and sides of the drawling for more dimension.
Final Touches
The final step is to give your drawing some final touches. Add extra details such as a label, logo, rivets and hinges. You can also use the eraser to lightly erase some lines to give it a smoother look. Once you’re done, go over the artwork with a soft cloth to clean up any smudges and then, voila! Your combine drawing is complete.
Add Details and Accessories
Now that you have the basic outline of your combine done, it’s time to add some extra details to truly make it one-of-a-kind. Start by drawing out the working parts like a rotating reaper, pistons and hydraulic arms. You can also draw on the exhaust pipes, fuel tanks, and the cab of the combine. Once you’ve captured the basics and accessories, you’re ready to move onto shading and coloring.
Figure Out the Perspective
Before you start shading and coloring, you’ll need to decide what perspective to draw your combine from. Are you drawing it from the side, the front, or from above? This will naturally affect how you shade and color the various components of your combine, creating a sense of 3D depth. To make sure your drawing looks realistic, make sure to use your ruler, compasses and protractor to get all the angles right.
Explore Color and Texture
Now it’s time to have some fun with color and texture. Choose colors that accurately reflect the real-life combine and play around with different shades and tints to give your drawing a vibrant, realistic look. Use different hues and tones to create the sense of depth and add textures to features like the exhaust pipes and engine to give them a weathered, industrial look. Once you’ve done that, your combine is complete.
Don’t Forget about Lighting
Don’t forget to add lighting to your drawings to make them look more realistic. Look for shadows, highlights and glimmers of light to bring different areas of your combine to life. Use your compass and ruler to shade areas to create realistic shadows, and also experiment with different kinds of lighting – like natural, artificial, and industrial lighting to truly make your combine stand out. With the right lighting, you’ll be able to transform your drawing from two-dimensional to three-dimensional.
