Every Ben 10 fan knows the man behind the Rust Bucket. This tutorial covers how to draw Max Tennyson, better known as Grandpa Max, the former Plumber who guides Ben and Gwen through their alien adventures. Despite his retired appearance with Hawaiian shirts and a laid-back attitude, Max hides decades of experience fighting extraterrestrial threats. His stocky build and warm smile make him one of the most recognizable human characters in the franchise.
Drawing Grandpa Max Full Body
This guide consists of 15 steps that take you through sketching Max in his classic Hawaiian shirt look, standing in a relaxed pose with one hand in his pocket.
Max Tennyson’s Design Features
- Gray hair swept back from forehead
- Thick eyebrows with kind expression
- Square jaw with slight smile
- Large stocky build
- Red Hawaiian shirt with flower pattern
- White undershirt visible at collar
- Brown pants
- Dark shoes
- Broad shoulders despite age
- One hand casually in pocket
Getting Max Tennyson right means capturing his friendly grandfather vibe while hinting at the tough Plumber underneath. The Ben Tennyson tutorial lets you draw his grandson, and Gwen Tennyson young version shows the other grandchild he watches over. For another adult character from the series, check out the Rook Blonko guide featuring Ben’s later partner.
Understanding the Color System
Navigate each drawing step using these color indicators:
- Red Color: lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: lines completed earlier.
- Gray Color: base sketch for structure.
How to Draw Max Tennyson: Step-by-Step Guide
Show Off Your Grandpa Max Artwork!
That completes this tutorial on how to draw Max Tennyson from Ben 10. Did the Hawaiian shirt pattern and stocky proportions work out? Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts or post a link to your drawing if you uploaded it somewhere. Seeing different interpretations of this beloved grandfather character is always fun, and feedback from fellow fans helps everyone get better at drawing the Tennyson family.