How to Draw Midas
Like Midas turns things into gold, this tutorial on how to draw Midas will help you turn a blank piece of paper into a cool drawing.
How to Draw Midas: Introduction
In this tutorial, we’ll learn how to draw Midas, a well-known character from the Fortnite game. Midas is not only a spy but also the leader of a team of undercover agents, making him a fascinating subject to draw. While the character’s original design from the game is detailed, this lesson will will show how to sketch a simplified yet recognizable version.
Although we are using a more stylized method for this drawing, the final result will remain faithful to the original character’s appearance. Along the way, we’ll also cover tips for simplifying proportions, which can be helpful when drawing characters not just from Fortnite but from other media as well.
To ensure the drawing is accessible to everyone, we’ve included two different approaches. The first method focuses on more detailed features, making it ideal for those who want to challenge themselves. The second method simplifies the process further, making it suitable for beginners or anyone who might find the first approach a bit too complex. Both methods will guide you to a satisfying and unique final result.
By following the instructions step by step, you’ll gain the confidence to not only draw Midas but also create your own simplified versions of other well-known characters. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a complete beginner, this tutorial is designed to guide you through the process with ease. Let’s get started and bring Midas to life on paper!
Midas Drawing Tutorial
Materials
- Pencil
- Paper
- Eraser
- Coloring supplies
Time needed: 45 minutes
How to Draw Midas
- Sketch the shapes of the head and torso.
To start learning how to draw Midas, begin by sketching the basic outline of his head and body. Draw a large oval for the head. Below it, add an elongated oval for the body. Keep the lines light, as these will act as guidelines for the next steps.
- Draw Midas’ facial features.
Next, draw the eyes as two large, oval shapes, ensuring they sit just below the horizontal centerline of the head. Below the eyes, draw a small, curved line to represent his nose. For the mouth, sketch a simple upward curve. Next, outline the eyebrows and the scar on Midas’ right eye.
- Add the hair and ears.
Sketch his hairline, which should begin slightly above the eyes and frame the top of his face. Midas’s hairstyle is swept to the side, so draw curved, flowing lines to create a parted look. On each side of the head, draw the ears as small oval shapes.
- Draw the arms of Midas.
Start by sketching two simple, slightly curved lines extending from the sides of the body to create the arms of the Midas. Then, draw the hands, using small, rounded shapes at the ends of the arms, simplifying the fingers into smooth, oval-like forms. Pay attention to the symmetry of the arms.
- Illustrate the legs and shoes.
Now, move on to sketching Midas’s legs and feet. Start by drawing straight lines extending downward from the bottom of the body to form the legs. For the feet, add two small triangular shapes at the end of each leg, pointing outward slightly to draw the shoes.
- Sketch the vest and holster.
Start drawing a vest with a V-shaped neckline on the upper body. Using simple lines sketch the panels and armholes of the vest. Add small circles along the centerline to represent buttons. Next, sketch the holster on his right leg, adding a simple strap and pouch to complete the look.
- Draw the collar, tie, and cuffs.
To further refine your drawing of Midas, add his tie and sleeve cuffs. Sketch small triangles at the base of the neck to form the shirt collar and the knot of the tie. Extend two narrow lines downward to complete the tie. On each arm, add a horizontal lines to indicate the cuffs of his shirt.
- Finalize the line art.
In this step, go over your entire Midas drawing to finalize the line art. Erase any unnecessary guidelines or overlapping lines to clean up the sketch. Refine the outlines of Midas’s head, body, and clothing to make the lines smooth and polished. Once you’re satisfied with the final outlines, your drawing is almost complete!
- Add color to complete Midas.
Use shades of black and gray for his suit, yellow for his hands, and flesh tones for his face and upper arms. You can use colored pencils, markers, or digital tools depending on your preference. Carefully color within the lines. Once the coloring is complete, your drawing of Midas is ready to showcase!
How to Draw Midas: Simple Technique
This is an additional Midas drawing tutorial, created for the artists, who never drew before. The main difference between this and the first tutorial is the level of complexity and detail. This tutorial shows more simplified, beginner-friendly method with less emphasis on details.
Begin by drawing Midas’s head and hair using simple curved lines. Draw the arms with simple curved lines extending from the torso, and add small, rounded hands at the ends. Sketch the legs with straight lines and triangular feet. Add details like his vest, complete with buttons, and a holster on his right leg. Include his tie and sleeve cuffs.
Sketch his facial features, including two large eyes, a small nose, and a curved mouth. Finalize the drawing of Midas by erasing guidelines, refining the lines, and coloring the character in shades matching his outfit.
As before, I have again prepared the short PDF file of this tutorial for your convenience. After downloading this file, you can return to the lesson at any time convenient for you.
Conclusion
We have just completed a tutorial on how to draw Midas, focusing on creating a recognizable version of the character without diving into excessive details. If you found this tutorial helpful and engaging, feel free to share your thoughts. Feedback is always appreciated, as it helps improve future lessons.
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Additionally, make sure to visit other sections of the website, especially the one dedicated to video game characters. There, you can learn how to draw Mario, the iconic character from the Nintendo universe, or draw Sonic, the main hero of Sega games. The section includes many other fun and educational tutorials that can help you develop your drawing skills. If you enjoy Pinterest or YouTube, follow my profiles for more content, including video versions of tutorials like this one.
