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Birds are warm-blooded animals which are distinguished for their feathers and forelimbs modified as wings. Birds in action are a favorite sight in nature. Here you will see how to draw these beautiful creatures in a cartoonish style. [1] X Research source
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Draw two circles which overlap each other. The top circle is slightly bigger than the bottom circle. -
Draw two rings for the bird’s eyes. Draw crescent curves inside the circles or rings to resemble cartoon eyes.Advertisement
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Draw the details for the bird’s beak at the middle of the two circles.
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Draw additional details for the bird’s head.
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Draw the bird’s wings using rounded curves extending from the body.
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Draw details for the bird’s feet, legs, and tail feathers.
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Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Add additional details.
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Color to your liking!
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Draw two circles to provide framework for the drawing. One circle is small and at the upper right of the page, the other is big at the middle of the page.
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Draw curve lines connecting the two circles to form the bird’s body.
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Draw a slender triangle with a middle line to form the beak. The triangle extends at the lower right.
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Refine the drawing by adding details for the eyes and feathers for the wings.
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Draw the slender legs using straight lines.
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Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Draw details for the feathers around the body.
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Color to your liking!
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QuestionHow do I draw a parrot and a blue jay?Community AnswerYou can print a picture of them and trace them. Over time, you'll have more knowledge on how to draw them and you will be able to replicate them with ease.
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QuestionHow do I know where to place the details?CanisChiropteraCommunity AnswerPractice and references. If you aren't completely sure on the placement of something, don't be afraid to do a quick Google Images search to refresh your memory, it's the fastest way to learn.
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QuestionHow can I draw the details of feathers for a traditional bird?Community AnswerYou can try to find a completed picture here or on Google, then zoom in on the features and copy them.
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Tips
- Sketch lightly so that if you make a mistake, you won't destroy the paper by rubbing it out.Thanks
- Make sure to keep your pencil well-sharpened.Thanks
- It is better when using a pencil than a pen so you can erase your mistakes.Thanks
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Warnings
- This bird is not intended as a biologically accurate sketch.Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- Pencil or pen
- Eraser
- Watercolor paper
- Watercolor pencils.
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To draw a bird, start by drawing a large circle in the center of the page, and a smaller circle in the upper right corner. Then, draw curved lines connecting the circles for the bird’s body, and a long triangle for its beak. Next, add details, such as feathers for the wings and eyes on the head. Additionally, draw thin, straight lines for the legs. Finally, erase any unnecessary lines and color in your drawing. For tips on how to draw a cartoon bird, keep reading!
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