How to Draw Happy Anime
- 1). Sketch out an anime character such as a person, chibi or kaiju by first drawing an action line to determine the action of the figure; for example, if the anime is standing, the line will be vertical. Add shapes to represent body parts, such as an oval shape for the head, hands, and joints such as knees and elbows.
- 2). Draw big, open eyes with the mouth slightly open in a curved "U" shape for a happy anime character who is smiling.
- 3). Create a wide-open mouth along with open or squinted eyes to represent a bigger smile or laughter.
- 4). Arch the eyebrows in an upside-down "U" as a reflection of the upward movement of a smile or a laugh.
- 5). Emphasize laughter by having the shoulders raise up if desired.
- 6). Add details and definition to the body, such as hair and connecting body shapes. For example, add lines that connect the ankle joint to the knee joint.
- 7). Adjust as needed and erase any unneeded lines.
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