How to Draw Ganon
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how to create your own version of Ganon, a character from the well-known video game series “The Legend of Zelda.” This lesson will guide you through the process of outlining the character’s features and details, focusing on character design. You can expect to spend about 30 minutes on this drawing, allowing you to explore your skills and creativity.
As you work on your drawing, remember that you can choose your own colors to make Ganon unique. The lesson emphasizes understanding the structure of the character, which will help you develop your drawing techniques. Get ready to practice and improve your skills while creating a recognizable character!
Materials
- Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons, Colored Pencils, or Markers
- Black Marker (optional)
When you’re ready to create your own version of Ganon, start by using simple lines and shapes to build the foundation of your drawing. This approach helps you focus on the overall structure before adding any details. Once you have your basic outline, you can think about how to add some bold outlines to make your drawing stand out. A thin black marker can be a great tool for this, giving your artwork a nice finish. Now that you’re all set, let’s get started on your drawing!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Draw the Head
First, create an outline of Ganon’s head. Then, add the curved shape of his ears.
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Add the Hair and Beard
Draw his thick hair pulled up in a bun. Then, outline his full beard.
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Form the Face
Outline two circular eyes. Next, add thick bushy eyebrows. Now, draw a pointed nose, and a frowning mouth.
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Draw the Neck
Draw the neck and add a thick necklace with multiple dangling pendants.
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Form the Torso
Outline the left side of Ganon’s buff chest. Next, form the draped cloak over the right side of his chest. Next, add the sash tied around his waist. Then, outline the cloth wrapping around his abdomen.
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Draw the Arms
Form the left arm with arm jewelry. Now, add the long sleeve of the cloak on his right arm. Then, draw the shape of his hands.
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Form the Legs
Outline the puffy shape of his pants. Now, add the shin guards over his lower legs. Then, draw his footwear.
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Add the Rest of the Cloak
Draw the remaining part of Ganon’s cloak secured to his waist. Make sure to erase any overlapping lines.
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Color the Ganon Drawing
First, use light gray for his skin and black for his eyes. Next, color the hair, eyebrows, and beard red. Now, shade the cloth binding on his abdomen with an off-white color and the sash around his waist pink. Now, use purple and red for his cloak. Fill in the pants with dark blue. Then, use dark gray for both his footwear and parts of the shin guards. Use yellow to add accents to his shin guards and to color the jewelry. Finally, use a vibrant red for the gem on his necklace.
How to Draw Ganon PDF Download
You can check out the link below to see or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a handy resource that shows you how to draw Ganon. At the end of the PDF, there’s a coloring page with just the outlines and a fun exercise to spark your imagination!