This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to draw Mace Windu – one of the most iconic characters from the Star Wars universe.

How to Draw Mace Windu: Introduction

Mace Windu is a character who appeared in the Star Wars films and was portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson – one of the greatest actors of our time. We’ve already drawn other characters played by this legendary actor; for example, in a previous tutorial, we learned how to draw Nick Fury.

Today’s lesson on how to draw Mace Windu will follow a similar style and structure. That’s because we’re not just drawing a generic person – we’re drawing the same actor in a completely different role. This makes for a great opportunity to study how changes in costume, expression, and posture can transform a familiar face into an entirely new character.

This tutorial clearly shows how even small changes in a character’s appearance can dramatically shift how they’re perceived. Understanding this concept is especially important when you’re learning to draw well-known characters or designing your own.

As we go through the steps of drawing Mace Windu, we’ll essentially be drawing a person – something we’ve done many times before – but by adding distinct and memorable details, we’ll capture the unique look of this specific role. In addition to that, this tutorial will help reinforce your skills in drawing human figures overall.

Mace Windu Drawing Tutorial

Materials

Pencil
Paper
Eraser
Coloring supplies

Time needed: 40 minutes

How to Draw Mace Windu

Draw the head and body of Mace Windu.
As always , we start this tutorial on how to draw Mace Windu by sketching his head and body. Begin with a large, slightly oval-shaped head. Below the head, draw a rounded rectangular or oval shape to outline the torso. Keep the lines of your Mace Windu sketch light, as you’ll refine them later.
Add facial features and ears.
Lightly draw the eyes as two vertical ovals. Add two curved lines above the eyes to form the eyebrows. For the nose of Mace Windu, draw a small downward curve in the center of the face. The mouth should be a simple straight or slightly downward-angled line. Next, sketch the ears on either side of the head.
Sketch the part of the Jedi robes.
With the face outlined, shift your focus to Mace Windu’s iconic Jedi robes. Start by drawing a V-shaped neckline to represent the inner tunic. Next, add overlapping lines to depict the layers of fabric that form the Jedi attire. Use simple angular shapes to represent the folds. Draw the belt with a couple of horizontal lines.
Draw the lower part of the robe.
Now, draw the continuation of the robe’s layers to form the bottom part. First, draw the central parts as two vertical rectangles. Then, add the inner layer with a couple of simple lines. Keep the folds simple and angular to match the stylized approach of this Mace Windu drawing.
Add the sleeves and hands.
Now, draw Mace Windu’s arms extending from the shoulders. The sleeves should be wide and slightly oversized, consistent with traditional Jedi robes. After that, draw the hands, using simple shapes. Pay attention to how the sleeves cover the top parts of the hands.
Draw Mace Windu’s lightsaber.
Mace Windu’s signature weapon is his purple lightsaber, so now it’s time to add it to the drawing. Begin by sketching a simple handle extending from his right hand. You don’t need to include intricate details on the hilt. From the handle, draw a straight, slightly tapered blade extending outward.
Draw the legs of Mace Windu.
Now, draw two small, simple legs extending downward from the robe. Since this is a simplified drawing, the legs should be short and rounded. Draw the boots of Mace Windu using simple shapes, trying to keep the drawing simple and cartoonish.
Erase the guidelines from your drawing.
Now that all the main elements of your Mace Windu Drawing are in place, erase unnecessary guidelines and smoothing out the lines. Pay close attention to the edges of the robes, the folds in the fabric, and the overall proportions of the character.
Color the drawing of Mace Windu.
Start by coloring his skin a warm brown tone. His Jedi robes should be a mix of beige and brown shades, with the inner tunic being slightly lighter than the outer robe. Use a darker brown boots. His eyes should be dark brown or black. Finally, color the lightsaber blade a vibrant purple.

Conclusion

Today, we once again practiced character design skills with this tutorial on how to draw Mace Windu. Like all other drawing lessons on this topic, this step-by-step guide was also intended to help refine your ability to draw the human figure. Now is the perfect time to give your Mace Windu drawing a unique touch or challenge yourself by drawing him in a more complex composition.

For example, you could try sketching Mace Windu engaged in battle with other characters from the Star Wars universe. Alternatively, you can add a background that fits the setting of the Star Wars films, making the scene feel more interesting. This tutorial is just one of many in the Movies category, where I regularly publish drawing lessons featuring characters from various franchises and cinematic universes.

To expand your artistic skills, be sure to visit this category and learn how to draw Yoda, along with other characters from the Star Wars universe. You can also find tutorials on legendary characters from other films and TV series. There’s a wide variety of lessons to help you improve your drawing abilities and train different styles.

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