Easy Chinook Drawing
Do you want to learn how to draw a Chinook helicopter? This lesson will guide you through the process of creating your own CH-47 drawing. All you need is a pencil, some paper, and coloring tools to get started. Remember, drawing is all about practice. If you make a mistake, don’t worry; it’s just paper! Keep trying, and you’ll see improvement over time. Focus on each part of the helicopter, and soon you’ll be able to create a great-looking Chinook.
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils or Markers
- Black Marker (optional)
Are you excited to start drawing? Begin by creating simple outlines for your Chinook helicopter. This is a great way to lay the foundation for your artwork. Once you have the outlines in place, you can add some shading to give your drawing depth and realism. If you enjoy the bold look of dark outlines, consider tracing over your pencil lines with a thin black marker for a crisp finish. Gather your drawing tools, and let’s get into this fun activity!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Draw the Fuselage
First, outline the elongated fuselage of the Chinook helicopter.
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Add the Windshield
Next, draw a curved rectangular windshield at the front of the fuselage.
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Draw the Windows
Now, add circular and square-shaped windows along the fuselage.
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Create the Exhaust Nozzle
Outline a short exhaust nozzle near the rear of the fuselage. Then, erase any extra lines.
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Attach the Pylons
Draw the front and rear pylons attached on top of the fuselage.
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Add the Rotor Blades
Now, add thin, long rotor blades connected to a small mast on each pylon.
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Draw the Sponson
Outline a long sponson attached to the side of the fuselage.
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Create the Landing Gear
Add landing gear wheels beneath the fuselage.
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Color the Chinook Drawing
First, color the windshield and windows light blue. Use black and shades of gray for the landing gear and rotors. Color the exhaust nozzle in dark green and gray. Lastly, color the fuselage, sponson, and pylons dark green for a military-style look.
Easy Chinook Drawing PDF Download
You can check out or download this drawing lesson by clicking onthe link below. The PDF is a handy resource for drawing Chinooks, and it’s printable too! On its lastpage, you’ll find a coloring book sheet with just outlines and a fun exercise that encourages kids touse their imagination!