How to Draw Manga

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Draw a template of a manga head.

   Use this as a starting point for your manga characters.
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   Step 2: Start with manga hair.

   Hair is usually one of the traits that instantly identifies a character as manga-style.
   
   When you're comfortable with these steps, move on to more complicated styles, and add shine to the hair in zigzag patterns. , As with hair, eyes are an instantly recognizable hallmark of manga drawing. , These can help communicate emotion in your characters, expressions are very important in drawing manga. , You can try this method or this one. , Change the hair, eyes and facial expression as you see fit. , Incorporate face, hairstyle, eyes, and expression as you work. , Start by tracing the clothing over a basic form, then erasing unnecessary lines. , This usually incorporates features such as top hats and petticoats. , Once you get the basic technique down, try adapting it to different breeds. ,, Try combining the shapes into different robots as you get more comfortable with the technique.
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   Step 3: Add manga-style eyes.

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   Step 4: Add some facial expressions to your manga faces.

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   Step 5: Draw a manga girl.

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   Step 6: Draw a manga boy.

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   Step 7: Try drawing a whole character.

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   Step 8: Add unique manga clothing styles.

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   Step 9: Try drawing gothic-style manga clothing.

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    Step 10: Give your manga characters a pet by drawing a dog.

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    Step 11: Add wings to your manga character.

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    Step 12: Draw a manga robot.

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