Every aspiring artist has a unique creative journey. If you’re a fan of the fantastical world of Pokémon, our step-by-step guide will walk you through how to draw Altaria, a beloved Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation III. We’ll also touch on understanding its characteristic features that make it unique, all while simplifying the process for you!
The Majestic Altaria: Drawing Focus Points
Altaria, known for its unique dragon/bird combination, is covered in fluffy white cloud-like feathers, creating a stunning visual representation of a dreamy sky. Below are some focus points to consider when drawing this Pokémon:
- The head is adorned with two long, elegant feathers.
- Its blue body is mostly hidden, shrouded by the soft, cloud-like plumage.
- Altaria’s long, slender neck often stretches out from its feathery covering, a characteristic feature to note.
- Don’t forget about its compact, yet expressive eyes.
Once you’re comfortable with drawing Altaria, you could even explore other Pokémon that share unique characteristics or relations with it, such as Dragonite, a fellow dragon-type, or Swablu, Altaria’s pre-evolved form.
Decoding the Drawing Guide
This guide is designed with a color-coded system to assist you throughout your drawing process. Here’s what each color signifies:
- Red Color: The current step you should be focusing on.
- Black Color: Previously drawn lines that you should have on your paper.
- Grey Color: Basic sketch or proportions, drawn lightly to guide you.
The guide contains 10 steps in total, the first 2 of which involve sketching a basic structure for proportions. For these, light pencil strokes are recommended. As you near the end of the process, the penultimate step allows you to ink your sketch and carefully erase the pencil markings once the ink dries. The final step serves as a color reference to breathe life into your Altaria.
Now that you know how to draw Altaria Pokemon, I’m curious what tool you used to bring it to life, whether that was pencil and paper, a drawing tablet, or some app on your phone. The range of approaches people use is genuinely interesting to see. Drop your finished Altaria in the comments on the pinned Pinterest post for this tutorial, it’s a great spot to share what you made.