How To Draw Fries
Crispy, golden fries are always a crowd favorite and a great comfort food that can be easily shared. And with just a few simple steps, you can learn how to draw fries! Drawing fries sounds intimidating at first, but with a little practice, you can master the art of drawing the perfect french fry.
To start, you’ll want to gather up your materials. You’ll need a pencil and eraser, some paper and colored pencils if you want to add some extra details. It’s helpful to have references photos of french fries handy so you can easily compare your drawing to the real thing.
Now that you have all your supplies, you can start sketching. To draw the shape of the french fry, use simple curved and straight lines that are connected together to form the fry’s body. You’ll want to keep the lines light and loose, as we’ll be erasing and re-drawing them shortly.
Next, add detail for shading and texture. Look at the reference photos for guidance. Each type of fry will be a bit different in tactics of shading, so use your own imagination and creativity. Don’t forget to draw the wedges at the top of each fry. You don’t have to draw every single wedgy detail, just give them a general shape.
Once you’ve added the details and lines, start adding a bit of shading. Colored pencils will work great for this step. You can also go back and re-draw any lines that didn’t turn out the way you wanted. To give your fries more dimension, use the eraser to add highlights.
Now your fries are all drawn, let’s move onto the coloring. To give your fries a uniformed look, use a few simple color swipes. You can also blend and layer the colors to give your fries even more depth, or keep it simple with just one solid swoosh. Avoid super intricate patterns or too many colors as this could make them look more cartoonish than realistic.
The last step is to bring your fries to life with a few finishing touches. Use your pencils to start drawing little bits like crunchy ends and sprinkled salt. The aim of this step is not just to draw the details, but to make your fries look fresh and delicious. For example, you can make them seem light and summery, or smoky and salty. Let your imagination run wild!
And that’s it! After a few practice rounds and a bit of patience, you’ll be able to draw the perfect french fry. The next time you’re hungry for some fries, you can whip up this easy drawing and enjoy the same deliciousness in paper form.
