In this guide, we’ll be sketching one of the most recognizable characters from the anime world — Gon Freecss from the 2011 series of Hunter x Hunter. Known for his green outfit and boundless energy, Gon is an adventurous young boy on a quest to find his father. Let’s take a step-by-step approach to capture Gon’s spirited expression and his iconic full-body look!
Key Features of Gon Freecss to Focus On
- Spiky Hair: Gon’s unmistakable spiky black hair adds to his unique look and energy.
- Green Outfit: His green jacket, shorts, and boots are a signature part of his design and emphasize his hunter abilities.
- Wide Smile: Gon is always optimistic, and his wide, friendly smile brings his personality to life in the drawing.
- Raised Hand: Often seen waving or greeting someone, Gon’s outstretched hand is a dynamic element in the drawing.
- Proportions: Gon is young, so his body is relatively small with slightly exaggerated limbs to highlight his movements.
Once you’ve finished drawing Gon, try sketching some of his friends from the Hunter x Hunter series like Killua Zoldyck or Leorio, or try sketching Gon’s face alone. Each character has their own unique features that will challenge and improve your drawing skills.
About This Drawing Guide
This guide is designed to help you draw Gon in his full body, from his spiky hair to his signature boots. We’ll start with basic shapes and gradually add the details that make Gon so recognizable. With a focus on his proportions and key features, you’ll be able to capture his look perfectly. Here’s how the guide works:
- Red: This color highlights the new lines you’ll be drawing in each step.
- Black: These lines show what you’ve already drawn in the previous steps.
- Grey: The grey lines are guidelines to help with proportions and alignment.
By following these steps, you’ll have a detailed drawing of Gon that captures his energy and adventurous spirit!
Start by drawing basic shapes and guidelines for Gon’s head, including placements for the eyes and mouth. Also sketch basic lines for the upper body and arms to ensure correct proportions.
Add basic shapes for Gon’s hands, lower body, legs, and boots. This will complete the rough sketch and give you the overall body proportions.
Outline the shape of Gon’s face, including his spiky hairline around the forehead area. This step starts to bring out his signature look.
Draw Gon’s ears, nose, and mouth, along with the outline of the eyes.
Add ovals for Gon’s eyeballs. Then, sketch a line for his teeth to show his cheerful smile, and add lines inside the ears for detail.
Finish drawing Gon’s eyes, leaving blank spaces for highlights. Add his eyebrows, tongue, and complete the details inside his ears.
Draw Gon’s spiky hair, making sure to capture its dynamic, sharp look. The spikes should radiate outward from his head, fitting his energetic personality.
Fill in Gon’s hair with black, leaving blank spaces on the sides and top for highlights. Then, draw his collar and neck to connect the head to the upper body.
Sketch the main body part of Gon’s signature green jacket, making sure it’s well-fitted and proportioned to his small frame.
Add the sleeves of Gon’s jacket, adding cuffs around the wrist area.
Sketch Gon’s shorts, making sure they are proportionate to his body. The shorts should have a loose, comfortable fit as part of his casual hunter outfit.
Add detail to Gon’s hands, making sure the fingers are positioned naturally. One hand should be raised in a friendly wave.
Draw Gon’s legs, making sure the proportions are consistent with the rest of his body. Add the top parts of his boots, which are large and noticeable in his overall appearance.
Sketch the full outline of Gon’s boots, making them slightly oversized.
Add details to the boots to show the structure and depth. The boots should look sturdy.
Add all the final details — draw the shoelaces, knee lines, belt, folds on his shorts and jacket, and small elements like pockets on his jacket. These details bring the drawing to life and complete Gon’s look.
After finishing the sketch, review the drawing and refine the details. Pay attention to Gon’s boots, his jacket, and his spiky hair to ensure everything looks just right. Once you’re satisfied with the result, erase any unnecessary sketch lines and ink your drawing if desired.
Use this step as a reference for coloring. Gon’s outfit consists of his green jacket and shorts, with a red trim, and his green boots with light green soles. Adding color will bring out the full character.
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