How to Draw a Man

Time needed: 50 minutes

How to Draw a Man

1. Draw the head of the man.

   Start by sketching an elongated oval shape for the head. Position it centrally on the paper, leaving enough space below for the body and limbs. This oval will act as the foundation for the face. This step sets the stage for all the facial features and provides balance to the entire drawing.

2. Add the eyes and eyebrows.

   Within the oval, position two small dots to represent the eyes. Ensure they are centered on the face. Above each eye, draw small curves to form the eyebrows, tilting them slightly to give the character more realistic and natural look.
   

3. Draw the nose and mouth.

   Below the eyes, add a small, curved line to represent the nose, aligning it with the center of the face. Ensure its length is proportional to the distance between the eyes and mouth. Below the nose, draw an upward curve to represent a smile, keeping it centered between the nose and chin.

4. Illustrate the hairstyle.

   Draw the hairline around the top and sides of the head. Ensure the hairline follows a natural curve, reflecting the character’s head shape. Next, add short, wavy lines within this outline to give texture and realism to the hairstyle.
   

5. Add the ears to the head of the man.

   Position small curves on both sides of the head, aligning them with the eyes. These curves represent the ears, ensuring they are proportionate and symmetrical. Connect them to the head outline, completing the facial structure. The ears help frame the face and make the sketch more realistic.

6. Draw the torso and neck.

   Draw a short line downward from the bottom of the oval to form the neck, ensuring it aligns with the center of the head. Below this, draw a rectangular shape for the torso, making its width slightly broader than the head. The rectangle should extend downward, leaving room for the legs.

7. Illustrate the arms of the man.

   From each side of the torso rectangle, begin drawing the arms. Start slightly below the top of the rectangle, extending a straight line diagonally downward for each arm, ending just below the waistline. Make sure these lines are of equal length and at a consistent angle to maintain symmetry.

8. Add the hands.

   Start by drawing a small, rounded shape, resembling an oval or mitten, to represent the palm of each hand. Next, add fingers to each hand by sketching four small lines extending outward from each palm. To complete the hands, add a thumb on the inner side of each palm.

9. Draw the legs.

   Extend two straight lines downward from the bottom corners of the torso rectangle to form the legs. Next, draw two more lines that start at the bottom center of the rectangle and diverge slightly to the sides to complete drawing the legs.

10. Add the feet.

    At the ends of the legs, draw two elongated shapes to represent the feet. These should be proportional to the legs, extending outward to form a stable base for the character. You can add minor details to indicate footwear, such as shoe lines or creases.

11. Review and refine the sketch.

    Now, refine the entire figure, starting from the head down to the feet, removing any guidelines or rough sketches. Begin by smoothing the lines on the face, then move to the torso, arms and legs of the man. To complete this step, you can add minor details such as clothing creases or pockets.

12. Add colors to the man drawing.

    Now that the drawing is complete, it’s time to add color to make it a bit more realistic. Start by choosing a natural skin tone for the face, hands, and neck. Carefully fill in these areas, making sure to stay within the lines and maintain a uniform color.