How To Draw The Front Of A Car
Drawing a car’s frontal view is easier than you think! Here are straightforward steps to help anyone, even a beginner, to draw a car in front view.
First, start off with a basic sketch. For the car’s shape, draw a flat rectangle for the body, two half-moon shapes for the wheels and two curved lines for the windshields. Then, draw two small rectangles for the headlights and two more rectangles for the windows, each next to the windshields. Finally, draw two long rectangles for the doors and a smaller one for the rear lights.
Next, define the boundaries of the car. Outline the body of the car by adding guiding lines to create depth, indicating doors, and other features that are unique to each car you may want to draw. Add details like door handles, wing mirrors, and accent lines for a more realistic look.
After that, add realistic details like wheels, headlights and windows. Use light and dark shadings within each wheel to make them look more dimensional, and don’t forget to add the tire treads. For the lights, use two concentric circles to create highlights and shadows. To make your car windows look realistic, use a technique called “cross-hatching.” Make sure to leave enough white space that it looks like the windows are transparent.
The next step is to add the car’s texture. Shade the entire car with a light pencil stroke in an organized way. Use the same cross-hatching method when shading the windows to create a reflective look. You can also create texture on the car’s body by adding patterns.
Finally, add the details that complete the car’s look. For that, create shadows in different parts of the car by adding broader strokes of the pencil. Add depth to the windows by making small circles and shade the entire car with a slightly darker tone. For a complete look, add the car’s model and logo as well.
When you have finished drawing in these details, take a step back to check everything is completed correctly. Add or erase details as necessary, then once you’re satisfied, you can color in the car. Make sure to use the same light and dark tones you used with pencil for a realistic look. After that, your car drawing should be complete!
Now that you know how to draw the front of a car, why not try drawing the back of one? Remember to use the same techniques for creating highlights, shadows and texture as you did in this front view. From there, you can draw any type of car; from trucks to sports cars, the possibilities are endless.
Happy Drawing!
