Introduction: Drawing Sasuke Uchiha–the prodigy of the Uchiha clan and the most powerful ninjas in Naruto–can be an intimidating challenge. But with enough patience, practice and enthusiasm, you too can create a stunningly realistic representation of the blond haired, dark eyed Sasuke. Let’s delve into the world of shading, strokes and erasing as we learn how to draw our beloved ninja.
Section 1: Before we set brush to paper, let’s equip ourselves with the right materials. Art paper is great to use as its thicker and has a certain texture that pencils can easily glide across. Choose a range of pencils, from 2H to 6B, and include a few charcoal sticks too. It’s also handy to have some blending stumps and an eraser on hand. For a cool effect you can also use some color pencils or watercolor markers to add a dash of color.
Section 2: Once you have what you need, let’s begin. Start by sketching a basic outline of Sasuke’s face and roughing in the details for his costume. Pay attention to curves and symmetry; remember the forehead protector is mask-like and his face should be chiseled and stern, but not overly detailed. Slowly shade and define the lines; check if it looks like Sasuke in comparison to the pictures from the anime. If you’re not satisfied, erase it and start over.
Section 3: Moving down, let’s work on Sasuke’s body. Begin with a very light sketch and feel free to have a little trial and error here. Sketch the weapon first and add some shading details, then move to the cloak and loose clothing. Keep the shadows light but add subtle touches of shade to define the figure and give depth. Draw the robes flowing and creased in the right places, then take a step back and see if the sketch looks convincing.
Section 4: Finally, the best part – the eyes! Use a sharp 2H and add some fine details for the eyelashes and eyebrows. Step up to a 4B and shade in the sockets and crevices of the eyes. Focus on the iris especially, and make sure the light source is consistent. Blend in a few wispy strokes of charcoal and use a blender to create a soft transition. When complete, take a step back and see if the drawing has a realistic, 3D effect. Make any adjustments and add some color to finish off the masterpiece.
