How To Draw A Shrimp
Do you dream of creating a magnificent shrimp; inked with perfection, its intricate details oozing life like a theater of delicacy? Or have you been longing to draw a shrimp that looks so real, your friends will have to have a double-take? Believe it or not, drawing a shrimp is not that difficult. Allow me to guide you on the steps for achieving a stunning shrimp masterpiece!
Begin with the basics: Drawing a shrimp is not about mastering proportions. In fact, all you need to do is draw an oval which will be the body of your shrimp. Then draw mini lines along the length of this body to indicate the segmented shrimp exoskeleton. Underneath the oval, add a triangle to indicate the tail section. Once you are done, draw up two zig-zag lines to indicate the swimmerets underneath the tail.
Now, let’s focus on the details. With the same pencil, draw eyes utilizing two black circles. Draw a curved line directly above the eyes to indicate the crustacean’s head. To bring your shrimp alive, add facial features such as whiskers, antennae and antennae bobs. To draw realistic-looking whiskers and antennae, you need to be mindful of the shape and length of each. Intensify the antenna and whiskers with a darker pencil or a black pen, depending on what you are comfortable with.
It’s time to get creative and add a unique touch with color. I swear, this is what will bring your masterpiece alive! If you are like me and prefer crayon, start by adding a base layer of tan, yellow or brown to the body and a base layer of orange to the head and tail. You could go the extra mile and add details such as stripes, spots, and color gradients for a vibrant, deeper look. If you want to further create an ultra-realistic creature, pay attention to shading and varying of color hues.
Drawing claws is an essential part of creating a more realistic shrimp. To add a lobster-like feel, draw two claws that curve away from the face. They should look like they are made of sturdy pieces that go in a U shape with longer fingers and a slightly rounder look. For a perfect final touch, consider adding teardrop-like circles above the eyes and tiny dots all around the pincer and the head!
Finally, you’ll need to do the final bit of work: cleaning up! A clean, crisp look is what takes your awesome artwork to the next level–– it looks almost alive! You can use an eraser to clean off the extra lines. You could also use pens and markers to deepen the lines and practice sharpening the claws and pincers to give them a sharper, bolder look.
Well, now that you know the basics of drawing a shrimp, the only thing left for you to do is pick up a pencil or a brush and get drawing! Creating a shrimp will empower you with confidence and unleash a fantastic, creative energy within you. I’m sure your artistic, culinary masterpieces will leave jaws dropped and eyes glancing!
