How to Draw a Cop
Drawing a figure that looks like a cop is a task many people find intimidating. It’s hard to know where to start and get the details right, but that doesn’t mean drawing a cop has to be a struggle! With some practice and attention to detail, you can draw a cop with confidence and accuracy.
To begin, get comfortable using a pencil and paper. Sitting up in a chair with a steady table to rest your paper on is generally the best way to draw. Start with some simple shapes like circles and squares to get a feel for the motion of your hand and how it works out on the page.
Making the Outline
Determine what kind of cop you’re drawing — a police officer, a sheriff, a special agent, and so on. Each type of cop tends to have a slightly different look, so it’s important to decide on the role of your figure before you begin. Once you have that figured out, you can start to sketch out the basic outline of the figure on the page. Most figures used for drawing a cop can be broken down into basic shapes including circles, squares, and triangles.
Adding Body Details
Now that the basic outline of the figure is sketched out, start to fill in the details. Start with the body, including clothing and items of the uniform. Pay close attention to how the clothing hangs on the figure and how it lines up with the illustrations of the real-life officers’ uniforms. Don’t forget other details like badges and patches, too.
Adding the Face
While it may be tempting to start drawing the face first, it’s better to draw the entire figure first and then add the facial features. This allows you to get the proportions right and keep the face in the proper position on the figure. When you’re ready to add the face, pay extra attention to the details. Use light, uniform lines to draw the eyes, mouth, and nose in a realistic way.
Finishing Touches
When the face is done, it’s time to add the final touches to the figure. Start by adding any accessories the officer might have, such as a gun, a baton, or handcuffs. Remember to think about the cop’s stanpoint- is he standing, walking, or in a seated position? Make sure you adjust the position of the figure if it needs to be changed. Finally, add any final details, such as hair, shoes, and wrinkles in clothing that will make the figure look more realistic.
Coloring the Cop
When you’re done drawing the figure, you can add in some color. This is an optional step, but it can really bring the figure to life and make it look more realistic. With a colored pencil or paint, you can carefully color in the figure, adding in the proper tones and shades. Try to keep the colors true to life and make sure to avoid bright and unnatural shades.
You’ve now drawn a cop! Drawing a figure that looks like a cop can be intimidating, but with the right process and attention to detail, it’s a task anyone can tackle. Embrace the challenge and use these steps to craft a figure that looks just like a real-life cop.
