Swordfish Drawing
Ready to get into a fresh swordfish drawing? Today, we're gonna sketch this sleek sea creature step-by-step. No worries if you're a beginner; I've got you covered.
Grab your blank paper, pencil, and some crayons or colored pencils. We'll start with the basic shapes and build up from there. By the end of this lesson, you'll have a cool swordfish to show off.
Swordfish are known for their long, pointed bills and streamlined bodies. We'll capture that unique look together. Just follow along, and don't stress about perfection. Just do the best you can okay?
In about 60 minutes, you'll see how easy it is to draw a swordfish. Hey this even includes a deep sea background as well! Trust me, you'll surprise yourself with what you can create. So let's get those materials ready and jump right in!
Stay tuned till the end for some coloring tips to make your swordfish pop.
Estimated Time: 60 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
Lesson: Swordfish Drawing
Today, we're gonna draw a swordfish in 18 steps. Get ready to sketch those sleek lines and sharp fins. We'll start with basic shapes and build up the details. Don't stress, just follow along step-by-step. By the end, you'll have a cool swordfish to show off. Grab your pencils and let's get to it!
Form the Body
Start by forming the swordfish’s body by drawing a long, curved line as shown.
Attach the Bill
Draw the long, pointed bill attached to its head.
Draw the Mouth
Outline the shape of its mouth below its bill.
Add the Gills
Draw two short, curved lines for the gills.
Outline the Eye
Create a small circular outline of its eye.
Attach the Pectoral Fin
Attach the elongated shape of its pectoral fin to the side of its body.
Add the Dorsal Fin
Form the swordfish’s large dorsal fin along its back.
Draw the Pelvic Fin
Draw the pelvic fin attached to the underside of the swordfish’s body.
Add the Anal Fin
Add the small anal fin near the tail part of the swordfish.
Form the Second Dorsal Fin
Form the smaller dorsal fin next to the first dorsal fin as shown.
Outline the Tail Fin
Outline the wavy tail fin attached to the end of the swordfish’s body.
Form the Tail Fin Rays
Form the rays of the tail fin by creating curving lines.
Add the Lateral Line
Draw a line along the body of the swordfish to add the lateral line.
Draw Bubbles
Then, draw the circular bubbles around the swordfish.
Color the Swordfish's Body
Color the top part of the swordfish with dark blue, and the underside with light gray. Next, fill in the eye with black. Now, add a small white shine to its eye.
Add Shading to the Fins
Add shading to the swordfish’s fins using a vibrant purple color.
Fill in the Water
Fill in the water with blue.
Shade the Bubbles
Shade the bubbles with a lighter blue color.
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