Learning how to draw a fox is a simple and rewarding experience. Considering the incredible beauty of the animals, and the realism of the drawings, the endeavor is worth taking the time to learn. With just a few basic tools and some thoughtful and creative steps, you can easily create a beautiful portrait of a fox in no time.
First of all, you need some tools to get started. Nothing fancy—just some good dynamic, archival-quality pencils and paper. If you are more comfortable learning with digital tools, then by all means, use what you feel more comfortable with. Select a vibrant tone for your paper, something that will capture the energy the fox portrays in the wild.
Next, take the time to observe your fox, either from looking at pictures or from watching videos. Pay attention to the details – the coat, the little muck fur that tops their ears, and their bushy tail. Pay attention to the small tufts of fur on the eyebrows, the shapes of their noses, and the fluffy matters on their neck.
Now you are ready to begin. Let your compass, or ruler, and pencil be your guide as you draw the head of your fox. Start with the eyes, varying the pressure of your pencil as you draw the curves of the eyes. From the corners of the eyes draw the ears, connecting back to the neck, outlining the snout and chin.
When you have outlined the head and neck, it’s time to add some definition to the drawing. Shade the fur, pay attention to the details, to the curls and marks along the sides of the face. With some well placed shadows you can bring a sense of realism to your drawing.
From the neck draw your way towards the back. You can draw the curves of the shoulder, outlining the boundary of the fox’s body. Draw the paws, add details to the contours of the fur. Again, use the pencil with varying pressure to define the lines of the drawing even further.
It’s time to draw the tail. The tail is one of the most distinguishable features of the fox and you want to bring out its beauty. Start with the tip of the tail, move up its length with fluid, curvy motions. Define the lines carefully, making sure that you observe detail and proportion to the overall form.
The next step is to add the small details that really make your fox come alive. Shade the nose, add fur around the neck, draw a delicate line above the eyes. Add some shading here and there to bring out the voluminous fur, and don’t forget the tiny whiskers.
The last step is to bring your fox to life. Enhance it with color and texture, use washes to shade large areas. Take a look around your work, make sure that the way you’ve filled out the form shows the animal’s poise and personality. Then, add a background to the drawing, an environment to raise the mood.
Now you know how to draw a fox. Look at your drawing with pride. You’ve captured the true essence of the animal and made it come alive with your pencil. Enjoy the satisfaction of your creation and move on to the next animal!
