How to Draw Fish in a Fish Tank

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: To start

   Make the a line twice as long as the b line.
   
   Click on images to enlarge them.
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   Step 2: draw a rectangle.

   For other fish tank shapes, see Tips. , They should overlap with the edges of the cuboid, and their own vertical edges (green) should be parallel.
   
   If you desire an open tank, draw pic (b) and be sure to add the e line so the fish tank has depth. ,, Note that the water level is rarely seen from this perspective, that's why we haven't drawn it.
   
   Sketch a few rocks and shells at the bottom. , Draw six short, diagonal lines and two white ones representing light reflection on the fish tank to add the "glass effect". ,
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   Step 3: Add the c

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   Step 4: c and d' lines to make it a cuboid.

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   Step 5: Draw the bottom and the lid (pic (a)

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   Step 6: red lines).

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   Step 7: Erase the original lines and color the bottom and the edges of the lid black (most tanks' lids are transparent on top so the fish can be seen

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   Step 8: but feel free to darken it if you wish).

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   Step 9: Sketch your fish; draw as many as you want.

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    Step 10: Color your drawing and add in some water grass.

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    Step 11: Add background

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    Step 12: shade it and you're done!

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