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What is the easiest way to draw a Chinese dragon?

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Draw two parallel S-curved lines and taper them off on one end. On the other end, draw a large oval and a smaller circle underneath. Trace the oval and circle together. You should have a basic Chinese dragon shape.

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How do I make the eyes look madder?

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Add large bushy eyebrows and make the eyes squint.

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Why does it have horns?

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The horns represent strength.

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Can I draw wings on the dragon?

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Sure, however, Chinese Dragons usually don't have wings. They slither in the air, like it's water, but if you decide to, you should make it in the space between the front and back legs. Maybe make them a darker color of the body, like a deep red, if you use the above example.

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How can I make the head look less like a bull's head?

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Draw it from the side or make the head narrower.

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Why do I have to use blue?

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That's the color most Chinese make them. Even so, you can make them any color you want or need.

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Does it have to have a long tail?

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Most Chinese dragons have long tails but you could make it shorter if you want.

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What colors work best for a Chinese dragon?

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It is best to use bright, warm colors, such as red, orange, and yellow. Look at some pictures online for reference.

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Do Chinese dragons have wings?

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No, Chinese dragons do not have wings.

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How do I add scales to a drawn Chinese dragon? Should they cover the lizard's head?

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Adding scales is optional, but in Chinese art, they have scales. Most of the time, scales do not cover the head.

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How do I add scales and should they cover the head?

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Adding scales is optional, but in Chinese art, they have scales. Most of the time, scales do not cover the head.

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What color is the best to color your dragons eyes and eyebrows

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Go with a color that complements the color that you decided to make the scales. That way, it all goes together!

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