How to Draw Benjamin Franklin

Step-by-Step Guide

1. 1

   Step 1: Draw an oval for his head.

   Underneath the oval, draw a diagonal line.
2. 2

   Step 2: Draw a cross on the oval.

   This will help you draw the face in symmetrically later.
   
   Then add a vertical guideline at the bottom of the image.
   
   Finally, add a line on either side of the head to help you draw his hair. , Add half circles for eyes and begin to add definition to the chin. , Draw more lines to mark his hair. , Begin filling in his hair.
   
   Add buttons to his shirt. ,,,
3. 3

   Step 3: Draw two lines to help shape the torso.

4. 4

   Step 4: Add detail to the eyes and begin to shape the nose.

5. 5

   Step 5: Add eyebrows and a mouth.

6. 6

   Step 6: Shade the drawing.

7. 7

   Step 7: Erase the guidelines.

8. 8

   Step 8: Color the drawing.

Detailed Guide

About the Author