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Pandas are some of the most beloved animals on the planet, and it’s easy to understand why.
Their striking black-and-white markings, plush bodies, and playful demeanor make them a joy to look at.
This tutorial will teach youhow to draw a pandasitting while holding a shoot of bamboo.
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Ready to get started?
Then let’s draw a panda!
Learn how to draw a panda with these step-by-step instructions.
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Afterward, draw a half circle protruding from the bottom of the head tocreate the snoutof the panda.
Add a large, triangle-shaped nose inside.
This line should be about two heads long.
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Step 5: Create the body
Use the line from step 4to create abell-shaped body.
Using soft, rounded shapes, sketch a pair of arms on either side of the panda’s shoulders.
Starting at the head, erase the unnecessary guidelines and refine the shapes of the ears and snout.
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Then, while looking at some reference photos, sketch the lines of the panda’s black markings.
Typically, the ears, eyes, and all of the limbs will be black.
Add a few slender leaves at the top.
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If you would like to frame your panda without drawing a background, then consideradding a decorative border.
This will enhance your illustration without too much time or effort.
Place a scrap of paper under your drawing hand and slowly go over the sketch with a pen.
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It’s important to leave this step until last, otherwise, you risk smearing the ink.
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Photo & Art: Margherita Cole | My Modern Met
Photo & Art: Margherita Cole | My Modern Met
Photo & Art: Margherita Cole | My Modern Met
Photo & Art: Margherita Cole | My Modern Met
Photo & Art: Margherita Cole | My Modern Met
