How to Draw a Rearing Horse: Drawing a Horse Standing on Its Hind Legs

In this guide, I’ll break down how to draw a rearing horse. This one is pretty simplified, but I tried to keep the proportions more realistic, while not adding small details. It is a classic pose that can show off its strength and movement. To make it easy, I’ll point out the main features and help you capture the pose clearly.

Important Features for Drawing a Rearing Horse

• A strong, muscular neck and chest area.
• Raised front legs bent at the joints.
• Stable hind legs supporting the entire body weight.
• A flowing mane and tail to emphasize movement.
• Clearly visible facial features, like eyes, ears, and nostrils.
• Proper body proportions to make the pose look realistic.

Once you’re done with this horse drawing, you might also sketch a close-up horse head in front, or even try other animals like a running dog, a jumping dolphin, or even a majestic eagle.

Color Guidelines for Drawing Steps

• Red Color: Lines you need to draw in the current step.
• Black Color: Lines drawn in previous steps.
• Grey Color: Basic sketches to guide proportions and position.

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