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ORIGINAL DRAWING LESSON

A Small Child

Creating a small child's image on paper is a touching journey into a world of innocence and unique emotions. Start with gentle, barely noticeable strokes, capturing the fragility and softness of a child's features. Gradually fill the drawing with life, trying to convey the trusting gaze, chubby cheeks, and that special warmth that radiates from a child.

  1. A Small Child — step 1

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    Step 1

    With barely noticeable lines, mark the top and bottom of the drawing to define its overall size.

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  2. A Small Child — step 2

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    Step 2

    Draw a vertical axis of symmetry — this will help maintain proportions.

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  3. A Small Child — step 3

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    Step 3

    Divide the vertical axis into four equal parts. One segment will be equal to the size of the head — this is the basis for further measurements.

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  4. A Small Child — step 4

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    Step 4

    In the upper part, draw a circle and add a rounded chin to it, forming the contour of the head.

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  5. A Small Child — step 5

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    Step 5

    Sketch the chest in the shape of an inverted egg in the second segment. In the middle of the third segment, use smooth strokes to mark the pelvis.

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  6. A Small Child — step 6

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    Step 6

    With light lines, sketch the direction of the arms and legs, mark the joints (elbows, knees) and the position of the hands and feet.

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  7. A Small Child — step 7

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    Step 7

    Refine the oval of the face and the hairstyle to make the image more expressive.

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  8. A Small Child — step 8

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    Step 8

    Work on the torso: define the chest, tummy, and add a diaper, using the contours of the pelvis as a guide.

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  9. A Small Child — step 9

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    Step 9

    Detail the arms, carefully shaping them. Divide the hand into two parts: fingers together and the thumb separately.

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  10. A Small Child — step 10

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    Step 10

    Draw the legs, emphasize the knees, and add natural folds at the bends.

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  11. A Small Child — step 11

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    Step 11

    Schematically depict the facial features: the nose and mouth.

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  12. A Small Child — step 12

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    Step 12

    Draw large, expressive eyes and eyebrows — this will give the child liveliness.

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  13. A Small Child — step 13

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    Step 13

    Add details to the hairstyle: individual strands to make the hair look natural.

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  14. A Small Child — step 14

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    Step 14

    Draw a T-shirt that follows the shape of the body.

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  15. A Small Child — step 15

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    Step 15

    The drawing is ready! All that's left is to color it, following the example.

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