How to Draw Link

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Learn two ways on how to draw Link from the Legend of Zelda franchise! You can do this by following these simple steps.

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Link (close-up)

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    This will be the guide to Link's chin and jaw.
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    This will serve as a guide where to place his eyes, mouth and other facial features.
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    eyes, mouth, nose, etc.
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Link (full-body)

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    Place circles where the joints are.
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    Draw little circle points to note the shield's curve and angles. Connect these little circles.
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    Make three parallel horizontal lines that will intersect their middle with the vertical line. This will be the lines to guide the placement of Link's facial features.
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    eyes, mouth, nose, etc.
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    Add details on his clothes and accessory.
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      To draw Link, start by drawing his narrow, chiseled face, his swooping bangs, and his pointy elf ears. Then, draw Link's body, including his green tunic, his armbands, his pants, and his brown knee-high boots. Next, draw his brown and gold shield in one of his hands. Finally, draw Link's long, green, floppy hat on top of his head. To learn how to draw a close-up of Link, read on!

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