How to Draw a Hexagonal Prism

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Do you want to learn how to draw a hexagonal-based prism? This article will teach you how to make any kind of prism easily!

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Solid Prism

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    • For every visible corner, draw a straight vertical line.
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    • Connect the end of the vertical lines to finish the prism base.
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    • Add some shadings and lighting.
    • Add a shadow opposite to your light source.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:

Transparent Prism

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    • This will be your hexagon's top base.
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    • The second hexagon will be your prism's lower base. They should mirror one another.
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    • Connect each corner of the top hexagon to the bottom hexagon.
    • Knowing this technique will help you make 3D prisms of any figure.
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    • For added effects, make the lines on the back a bit lighter. They should look like they're hidden from view.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 3:

Basic Hexagonal Prism

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    : this works with any shape you can think of like: a square, triangle, pentagon, octagon,hexagon or a decagon. A hexagon is used here.
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    , roughly the same size and shape. In fact, if you are in a computer drawing program just copy and paste your first shape right next to it.
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    all the corners of the first shape to the congruent corner of the other shape.
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    Make a mark where you want the point and draw 2 lines down from it at about 45 degrees (they should be the same length). Draw another one starting at the dot, about 25 degrees (make it a little longer than the other two) away from either the left or the right line. Finally, draw 2 lines connecting them all together at the bottom.
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    If you are given the dimensions, simply apply them to the formula given when you type "hexagonal prism" into Google. Draw the base and sides accordingly by measuring each aspect.
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