ORIGINAL DRAWING LESSON

Doberman

The Doberman is an intelligent and loyal dog breed, known for its elegant and muscular build. These dogs have excellent senses and a strong guarding instinct, making them great companions and protectors.

  1. Doberman — step 1

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    Step 1

    Start with the head. Draw a circle for the skull and a small oval for the snout. Add large, triangular ears pointing upward. This is a sketch.

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  2. Doberman — step 2

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    Step 2

    Sketch the body: draw a large oval for the chest and a smaller one for the hindquarters. Connect them with a smooth line to create the silhouette of a sitting dog.

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  3. Doberman — step 3

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    Step 3

    Draw the neck connecting the head and chest. Add lines for the front and hind legs to set the direction.

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  4. Doberman — step 4

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    Step 4

    Start working on the front legs. Add joints and paws with oval contours, marking the places for the future paws and toes.

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  5. Doberman — step 5

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    Step 5

    Add the hind legs. They should be bent since the dog is sitting. Draw the thigh, shin, and paw.

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  6. Doberman — step 6

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    Step 6

    Erase the excess auxiliary lines and refine the silhouette. Now the dog looks neater.

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  7. Doberman — step 7

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    Step 7

    Draw the head in more detail. Add the shape of the snout.

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  8. Doberman — step 8

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    Step 8

    Work on the eyes, eyebrows, and the inside of the ears.

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  9. Doberman — step 9

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    Step 9

    Refine the body. Make the lines clearer, and define the muscles on the chest, stomach, and legs.

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  10. Doberman — step 10

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    Step 10

    Start adding details of the fur and texture. Mark the areas with short, smooth fur and the transitions.

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  11. Doberman — step 11

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    Step 11

    The drawing is ready, color it according to the example.

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