Here’s a full 13-step tutorial on how to draw a duck head side view. It’s not too complex, but it does require a steady hand to follow the curves and feather lines. I kept the structure clean, so the lines stay readable all the way through.
Key Points to Focus on While Drawing
- Rounded head shape with smooth curvature
- Defined beak structure that extends from the front of the face
- Visible nostril positioned on the beak
- Simple circular eye with a sharp highlight
- Subtle feather strokes around the base of the neck
- Gentle outline of the upper body and back
If you’re working on a full collection, this duck head drawing works well alongside a flying duck, a duck floating on water, a chibi one or a simple sketch of a duck family walking together.
How the Duck Head Drawing Guide Works
To make it easier to follow, I’ve set up the guide using three color cues:
- Red Color: shows the current step to work on
- Black Color: shows the previous lines already completed
- Grey Color: shows the base construction lines to help with proportions
This helps keep things clear as the sketch develops. The first few steps build the beak and head structure, and the rest refine the shapes and linework.
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