How to Draw a Character

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get the supplies you will need (see Things You'll Need).

   Draw the circle
   - for best results, get something that's round on the bottom or top, for example, a cup.
   
   Find one that's your perfect size and draw around it. , Draw two circles, level with each other.
   
   Draw two lines in the middle of each circle. , Draw a curved line just about 2 centimeter (0.8 in) on top of the eye.
   
   Draw lots of little lines under each eyebrow. , Draw one small line in the middle of the face.
   
   Draw a smaller line attached to it (a lying down line).
   
   Draw two small dots in between the two lines , Draw about 1 centimeter (0.4 in) away from the bottom of the head, a curved line.
   
   Draw a straight line lying down on top of the curved line. ,,,, Underneath the head, draw a bump with no line at the bottom (make sure you put it at the left side).
   
   Draw a diagonal line attached to the bump.
   
   Draw that again on the right side. , Repeat this again on the other side.
   
   Draw a line up from that and do it at the other side. , Add any accessories, such as belts. ,, Draw two lines side by side.
   
   Draw semi-circle attached to it.
   
   Repeat on the other side and draw stuff in the background. ,
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   Step 2: Draw the head.

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   Step 3: Draw the eyes.

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   Step 4: Draw the eyebrows.

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   Step 5: Draw the nose.

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   Step 6: Draw the mouth.

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   Step 7: Add lots of squares for teeth.

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   Step 8: Draw a semi-circle for a sticking out tongue.

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   Step 9: Draw two lines in the middle of the mouth.

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    Step 10: Draw the arms.

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    Step 11: Draw five lines attached to the line.

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    Step 12: Draw a skirt or dress or top or shorts or trousers.

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    Step 13: Draw any type of hair style.

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    Step 14: Draw the legs.

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    Step 15: If you'd like

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    Step 16: you can colour the character (optional).

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