Pencil drawings for copying a girl: easy in swag style, art, anime, sad

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Beautiful pencil drawings for copying differ in type and complexity of execution. The skill of creating an image of a girl depends on the number of hours of practice. Perseverance is also important. The drawing does not begin with details.

The artist works according to the principle of "from the general to the particular", more specific: from the sketch to the details. The location of all the objects of the composition is outlined schematically on paper. When working with chiaroscuro, it is worth starting with the shadow, it is outlined at half strength, after which the volume begins to emerge. Only after this do the dark places deepen.

Proportions of the female body

First, it is necessary to imagine the female body as a frame, the basis of which is the spine. Shoulders and hips as 2 perpendicular lines, the pose and the feeling of movement, dynamics depend on their position. Then the female body is built according to proportions.

Basic rules:

The length of the body is approximately 7-8 head heights, depending on the body type, and another 0.5 feet.
The bottom of the pelvis ends exactly halfway, the rest of the body is made up of legs.
The elbows are level with the narrowest part of the waist, where the ribs anatomically end.
The tips of the fingers reach the middle of the thigh.
The distances from the pelvis to the knee and from the knee to the foot are equal.
The width of the head corresponds to the waist size.

To better absorb the information, you can try to draw a girl using the diagram several times.

Face Drawing Scheme

Pencil drawings for copying (girls can decorate a personal diary or album) are that part of fine art that helps young, beginning artists develop their own style and direction. However, to do this, you should master the basics of drawing people, conveying emotions and mood.

First of all, it is necessary to determine in what position the head will be, on which all further construction will depend. If the tilt is downwards, then the lower proportions will decrease along with the volume, if the tilt is upwards, then vice versa.

Pencil drawings (to copy a girl, you need to follow the step-by-step plan given below) are done according to their own laws, part of which is the rule: all lines will become rounded and will bend depending on the turn.

In creating an image, the proportions of the face play a key role; they reveal the emotions and attractiveness of the character:

The vertical axis of symmetry is located strictly in the center for a straight look (another name is "face"). Based on it, all parts of the face are measured, which should be as symmetrical as possible.
The base is a circle that takes up two-thirds of the entire face. The jaw is the remaining third.
The third part is divided into 3 more, and the first third will end at the line where the lips meet.
To find the eye line, the entire height of the head must be divided in half.
The outer and inner points of the eye sockets should be at the same level.
The distance between the eyes should be such that there is enough space for one more eye.
The inner part of the iris ends on the same axis as the corner of the lips.
The corners of the eyes are vertically level with the end of the nostril.
To add hair, you need to step back a little upwards, so that it does not look slicked down and the proportions of the head are maintained.
The ears begin at the line of the upper eyelid and end at the level of the tip of the nose.
To determine the cheekbones, the reference point will be the direction from the top of the ear to the edge of the lips.
The curve of the eyebrow corresponds to the guide from the edge of the nostril to the extreme point of the iris.

A slight change in these proportions will result in the appearance of distinctive features of the girl's face. For example, if you raise the outer corner of the eye, a "sly" look will appear. When the base of the eyebrow rises, a feeling of openness and vulnerability arises, and if it falls, anger or indifference.

When laughing, the lower eyelid rises, thereby slightly reducing the eye area. To make a smile insincere or awkward, it is enough to slightly lower the corner of the lips, and leave the eyes serious.

One of the most difficult parts of drawing a girl's face is the eyes.

They have their own construction rules:

The basis is the eyeball. It is surrounded by eyelids, which have their own thickness.
The cut of the eyes will never be symmetrical and will not be able to form 2 ideal semicircles. The highest point of the upper eyelid is closer to the inner corner, the lowest point of the lower eyelid is closer to the outer corner.
The lower eyelid is outlined with two parallel curved lines, the upper eyelid with broken triangular lines, the maximum depth of which is in the inner part.
The lacrimal gland is a separate area, and the eyelid begins to curl separately from it.
Reflections of light make the eyes look alive. But when there are too many of them, the look seems tear-stained, when there are not enough, there is a feeling of emptiness and loss.
The iris should not be fully visible, it is usually hidden a little under the eyelids, especially the upper part, which is always slightly covered. Otherwise, the eyes will seem too open and an emotion of surprise or fear will appear.
The main thing is that the pupil is visible. Its size affects perception. For example, an increase in its width indicates a feeling of pleasure, and a narrowing of it indicates fear.

If there are doubts about the proportionality of the figures, it is possible to search the Internet for similar pictures or photos. You can look in the mirror and compare the real model with the drawing, finding possible errors.

How to draw hair

Pencil drawings (to copy a girl, you need to make several sketches first to train your hand) are always filled with femininity, beauty of curves and graceful forms.

And even if in the future picture she will be present aggressive or crying, confused or arrogant, all these emotions and details will be perceived only in contrast to her femininity. That is why hair is an important part of the drawing. It is considered a symbol of beauty, so its correct display is the most important aspect.

In some photos or pictures the face may be covered, the girl may have her back turned, but her hair will always be visible, especially if it is long.

There are several rules that will help simplify the process of creating an image:

It is necessary to imagine the future hairstyle, if necessary, find photo examples. For convenience, the desired volume and length are schematically outlined. The more voluminous the hair is needed, the higher from the roots it will rise, and over the entire area of the head, even on the sides. Long hair cannot be very voluminous because it has its own weight: the longer, the heavier. The exception is the fluffy hair of African American girls.
Each curl has its own place and direction. It is not necessary to draw each one, the main thing is that the overall picture is visible and the hairstyle is recognizable. It is very important not to be afraid to erase the sketch and redraw it again if the result is not satisfactory.
Curls near the face create the image of a girl. Straight ones create the impression of spontaneity and perfection. When they are loose and fall on the face, a feeling of carelessness, sincerity and playfulness appears. Curly hair is associated with lightness and airiness. Short ones mean energy, independence; a gathered ponytail means ambition and composure; the presence of bangs means vulnerability and insecurity. The overall impression depends on the hair color. Light creates a feeling of purity and lightness; dark - experience and reliability; red - cunning and frivolity. All these shades contrast with the face and set trends for the general features.
When drawing, the strands are not depicted as straight or parallel lines, they constantly change their direction. To emphasize the structure, it is necessary to add light and shadow, which in turn will add shine and softness to the hair. The image will seem alive.

How to draw a girl in profile

Recommendations regarding the basic proportions correspond to the rules for drawing a girl's face in full face. However, there are also some specific features.

First, a circle is outlined, almost perfect, slightly stretched in width. This will be the base, the skull.
From the side of the future face, a line is drawn downwards from the outermost point of the circle (left or right). It should occupy 1/3 of the size of the circle.
To depict the chin, you need to draw a downward curved guide from the end of the previous line to the bottom point of the circle. Then the same line needs to be drawn upward, slightly tilted in the direction to depict the cheekbones.
From the top of the circle, a little space is retreated downwards, a point is marked (this will be the beginning of the girl's hair growth). From it, a vertical guide is drawn in the center of the circle to the end of the chin. The new line should be divided into 3 equal parts (approximately 2/3 will be occupied by the circle). At the marked points, draw 4 lines perpendicular to the plane of the future face.
As already indicated, the 1st mark is the beginning of the forehead, the 2nd is the beginning of the eyebrow, the 3rd will be under the nose, the 4th is the tip of the chin.
Between the 2nd and 3rd points in the center there will be an ear. It starts on the 2nd half of the head circumference.
In profile, the girl's brow ridge and chin are at the same level. For convenience, a guide should be drawn. The bridge of the nose will start a little deeper than it, the nose will go far beyond the limits, bend and end, protruding beyond the area of the reference line.
If you draw a line from the tip of the nose to the chin, you will get a guide along which the volume of the future lips will be built. The upper one protrudes slightly more than the lower one.
There will be no sharp angles on the face of a young girl, all lines are soft and rounded, including the tip of the nose and a protruding chin.

When drawing a girl in profile in full growth, it is necessary to adhere to the basic parameters of the body. In this case, the chest and buttocks will give volume to the figure. To create grace and femininity, the arched back should be emphasized.

The thinnest parts of the body are the neck and waist, their frame is the spine, which curves in the shape of the letter "S".

How to draw a girl full length

Based on the rules of proportions of the female body, you should imagine the pose and outline the guidelines. If necessary, you can use a photograph as an example.

The torso will have 2 widest and strongest parts - the chest and the pelvis, they are connected by a waist that can change and bend. The hips have a shape close to a diamond. The thinnest parts of the legs will be the knees and ankles.

Drawing hands and ankles always presents particular difficulty. To make it easier, it is enough to understand their structure and proportions.

On the hand, the length of the palm and fingers is the same. Usually, men's fingers seem shorter because they are wider. Women's are thin, and because of this they seem longer.
If you connect all the bending points of the phalanges, you will get an arc. The fingers will be different in height.
By figuratively dividing the finger into 2 parts, you will be able to find the main, first bend. If you divide the second part into 2 more, this will be the place of the second bend.
When a guide is drawn from the bend of the hand to the tip of the thumb, its middle will be at the beginning of the finger itself, where the bone protrudes, thus the sculpture of the hand is observed.

It is also worth examining the anatomy of the ankles of the leg:

The foot in profile has a triangular shape, tapering towards the tips of the toes.
The heel is round and projects backwards.
The main points of support are the toes and heel, with a supporting arc running between them.
If you look at the leg straight on, you can see that the ankle is framed by 2 lateral bones, with the inner one slightly higher than the outer one.
The area where the foot meets the leg is the narrowest part, which widens towards the toes.
When viewed from the front, the finger line is curved.

The main thing is that the little things look organic; it is not necessary to draw all the details very carefully, sometimes it is enough to simply outline them using the correct proportions.

Pictures of anime girls for sketching with pencil

The anime genre and style have their own rules and parameters for the female body. Everything is aimed at creating the image of a sweet and innocent girl. The body can be disproportionately small, the chest small, but the legs are always long and often curvy.

As for the head, it should create the feeling that the character is a child, even if he has a feminine body. The shape of the head is triangular, the forehead is enlarged, the chin is small and sharp.

The eyes are always large and expressive, they reveal the character and mood of the character. If you narrow the shape, you get a sly and arrogant look. The clearest and thickest lines draw the eyelid, the lower one is simply outlined schematically. The outer corner of the eye is very high, the inner one is not depicted at all. The eyebrows are thin and not expressive.

The mouth is simplified as much as possible, depicted as small and thin, the lips are not clear and have no color, they are simply barely noticeable. Otherwise, the image will become more adult and vulgar, which automatically takes it out of the anime genre.

Pencil drawings (a certain degree of precision is required to copy a girl) can involve freedom of style.

If the figures of the characters, their faces and the proportions of body parts are unnatural, this will take the main attention, because of which the main message of the drawing will not be conveyed. To begin with, you should use a pencil as a ruler. The tip will be the beginning, and then you can determine the distance by placing your finger on the other end of the segment.

All sizes and lengths should be applied and measured in this way in order to determine the proportions and display them in your drawing. This, in turn, will take a lot of time, but will teach you to understand proportions, and soon you will be able to do without a “ruler”.

If this is difficult, you can try placing a sheet of paper on the screen of your monitor or phone and drawing lines over the translucent sheet of paper.

Sad drawings

To draw a sad character, you should use the following tips.

	Drawing of a girl hiding her face. Although emotions are usually depicted on the girl's face, here the emotion of sadness is read by the position of the body.
	Drawings of girls that display the emotion of sadness very often contain characters who are crying. In the depiction of tearful faces, the main emphasis should always be on the eyes.
	Sadness is a complex emotion and can often border on anger. The key to creating this type of sadness is to depict a minimum amount of emotion and add sullen eyebrows.
	Sadness and thoughtfulness also often go hand in hand. This emotion involves slightly raised eyebrows. The girl is depicted in such a state as if she is about to burst into tears.

Art for pencil sketching

Examples of creating beautiful sketches of girls:

	Examples of images of a cute, pleasant girl's face.
	Images of emotional girls. The face is depicted at the moment of the apogee of one or another emotion; at the moment when the character's state is expressed most vividly and openly. This can be surprise, scream, laughter, thoughtfulness, fear and even disgust.
	Boastful and daring faces of girls. Such a face, as a rule, contains notes of arrogance, pride and admiration of one's own "I".

Swag style drawings

Pencil drawings in the swag style imply the creation of images with clear black lines, the details for copying are simplified as much as possible. Particular attention is paid to the girl's eyes and hair.

Swag itself is a street hip-hop style of clothing, where white is considered the most fashionable after gold. Girls in such drawings are proud and show sexuality. Emancipation is expressed in everything - body position, gestures, emotions on the face.

Comparing the drawing and the photograph, one can notice that if a classic, traditional image of a girl may resemble, rather, a random photo or an observation of an artist-photographer, then here, in the swag style, often, the drawing already provides that the girl knows that she is being drawn, or she is depicting herself.

Girls in such drawings can be depicted taking selfies, kissing the “lens”, posing.

There are many different styles of drawing done with a pencil. Despite their diversity, there are general rules that allow you to create drawings for copying girls, guys, people in general and living beings in general that are recognizable, realistic, emotional and correspond to the author's idea as much as possible.

Article formatting: Vladimir the Great

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Pencil drawings of girls for copying: easy in swag style, art, anime