Do you want to draw a drum set that looks amazing, but don’t know where to begin? Get ready to put on your artistic apron and get started on creating a masterpiece! Drawing a drum set is easier than you might think and with a few tips, you’ll have an awesome drum set in no time.
1. Sketch it out
Before getting to the details, start with a rough sketch of the drum set. Draw out the basic frame and body of the drums. This will help you begin drawing the more detailed elements of the drum set. Now that you have the background done, it’s time to add the details.
2. Let’s get Rollin’
Now that you have the basic shape of the drum set down, it’s time to start drawing the drums. Start by sketching out the shells of the drums. Remember to draw the head of the drum and make sure the edges look smooth and round for the most realistic look. For a standard drum set, you will need to draw a snare drum, two toms, a kick drum and a hi-hat.
3. Lay the Hardware
Next, it’s time to add the hardware. A drum set isn’t complete without a few cymbals, a hi-hat stand and a kick pedal. Sketch the stands and draw out the cymbals. Be sure to draw the different sizes of cymbals and the various parts of the stand. Once you have the hardware done, it’s time to draw the details.
4. Adding the Finishing Touches
Finally, it’s time to add the tricky details. Draw out the drum lugs and the hoops. Draw in the screw holes and tuning rods. Now it’s time to finish up the drum set by adding some texture. If you want to make it really realistic, try using cross-hatch shading or stippling to mimic the textures of the various materials.
1. Preparing your Panel
Start by preparing a larger piece of paper so you can have enough room to draw your masterpiece. It is also recommended to use a graphite pencil so your lines will be clean. Use a ruler and make sure to draw the panels in a straight line. Finally, draw the outer frame of the drum set, this will help you figure out the size of each element you draw.
2. Add the Drums
Now its time to start drawing the details of the drum set. Start with the drums, draw the shells and heads of each drum including the snare, toms and kick drum. Remember to keep the shape of each drum round and symmetrical. As you draw the details of each drum, take your time and make sure the lines are correct.
3. Detailing the Hardware
Add the hardware of the drum set. Remember to draw out the cymbals and stands. Draw the details of the hi-hat stand including the base and arms. Also add the pedals and other small elements such as the T-rods and brackets. Draw the details of each element and make sure they look realistic.
4. Make it Realistic
To finish up your drum set sketch, add texture to the various elements of the drum set. You can use cross-hatching or stippling to give the set a realistic look. Once you have added the texture, stand back and look at your masterpiece. You have now finished drawing a drum set and it looks amazing!
