How to Draw A Dragon Easily Step-By-Step Instructions
Do you have the courage to venture into the unknown world of dragons? Drawing a dragon is a lot more magical than it seems. Even if you’re a complete beginner, it doesn’t matter. With this easy guide, you’ll be able to master the art of dragon drawing in no time. Read on to find out how!
Get a Feel of the Dragon
To be able to draw a dragon, you need to know what makes up a dragon. What does a dragon look like? Picture a majestic beast with leathery wings soaring in the sky, breathing fire with every breath, and you have the outline of a dragon. Know that dragons have a different anatomy than regular animals, so pay close attention.
Picture the different parts of the dragon: the wings are pointed and ends curved sharply, while the long curved tail that sways rapidly in the wind. Notice the sharp horns on the dragon’s head, the claws on its legs and the powerful muscles that makes it soar in the sky. Get a vivid image of the dragon and freeze it in your head so you can bring it to life on paper.
Start With The Outline
Now that you have a vivid image of what a dragon in your head, it’s time to start the outline. First, sketch the general shape of the dragon. Trace the curved wings, sharp horns and long tail. Draw the sharp claws at the end of the talons and the circles for the eyes. Note that all of these curves must be very smooth and uniform. Don’t just randomly draw lines and curves. Take your time and make it perfect.
Nex you can draw in the details. This step is all about making the dragon look menacing and majestic. Create wrinkles on the wings, add spikes on the tail and horns, draw talons with sharp claws and feather the wings. Don’t forget to draw three sets of toes in the front legs and four in the back legs. Feel free to add your own creative touches to make the dragon even more unique.
Shading and Coloring
The most exciting part of dragon-drawing is shading and coloring. But don’t get too excited, it is important to add the shades and colors artfully. Start with light shades. You don’t want to make the dragon too dark right away. Start with the wings and move to the head, body and tail. Remember, the shadows should always follow the curves of the dragon.
After finalizing the shades, add vibrant hues and tints to the dragon. Choose between eye-catching, daring colors, like firey oranges and deep blues, or select more muted hues, like forest greens or shades of brown. Remember to add gradient hues and tints so that it appears the dragon is glowing, like in the real world.
Finishing Touches
Now it’s time to give your dragon a dose of life. This is where you bring your dragon to live. Bring in unique elements from the real-world, like feathers and spikes on the wings and tails, fur on the head and body, claws, eyes and teeth. Let your imagination take charge! Use vibrant colors to make the dragon pop out of the paper, or use soft shades and tints for a peaceful look.
To give an extra feeling of realism, you can add a few details, like a raging fire from the dragon’s mouth, dilated pupils from an angry stare, and a menacing gaze from the eyes. This will make your dragon even more impressive and create a fantasy look.
Making Dragons Move & Fly
Now that your dragon is complete, it’s time to bring it to life. In this step, you’ll learn how to make your dragon move and fly. To make your dragon’s wings move, draw lines behind the wings to make them look like they’re flapping in the air. To make it look like the dragon is soaring through the sky, draw curved lines coming out of the wings and tail.
For a realistic look, you can add sparks coming out of the wings. You can also add clouds and stars around the dragon to give it an interstellar effect. Finally, to make it look even more magical, add some smoke coming out of your dragon’s mouth as if it’s breathing fire!
The Art of Drawing Dragons
So there you have it—you’ve now learned the tips and tricks for drawing dragons! Drawing dragons can be a lot of fun and a great way to express your creativity. Just follow the steps above, take your time, and make sure to add your own personal touches. Remember, dragons come in all shapes and sizes and it’s up to you to make yours unique and unforgettable!
