Ever found yourself enchanted by the characters of Ever After High? Among them, Dexter Charming stands out not just because of his unique personality but also his distinct appearance. Drawing Dexter Charming can be both fun and challenging, and if you’ve ever wondered how to draw Dexter Charming with precision, you’re in for a treat.
The Distinctive Look of Dexter Charming
- Facial Features: Dexter has deep blue eyes that convey shyness and contemplation. His glasses, a rare accessory for a Charming, are a focal point.
- Hair: Brown with a distinguishing cowlick, representing his rebellious yet princely side.
- Attire: A blend of royalty and casualness. From princely jackets in royal blue to casual denim pants in deep gray, his style reflects his dual nature. The occasional untied shoe lace or scarf adds a hint of carefree spirit.
- Height: Notably taller than some characters like Apple White but similar to others like Briar Beauty, pay attention to the relative height when drawing him with others.
Understanding the Drawing Guide
Our step-by-step tutorial consists of 14 carefully crafted steps. Here’s what you need to know about this guide:
- Red Color: Represents the current step. Pay close attention to the red lines as they’ll guide your pencil’s path.
- Black Color: Shows the lines from the previous steps. It’s a roadmap of where you’ve been.
- Grey Color: Indicates the basic sketch. These are your foundational lines, drawn lightly for proportionality.
The journey begins with the foundational sketch. Draw these lines lightly as they’ll guide the rest of your drawing. Once you’ve finished all the steps, you can opt to ink your sketch. If you choose this path, always wait for the ink to dry fully before erasing the initial pencil lines. This ensures a crisp, clean final product. While this guide centers around the sketch, the last image showcases a colored drawing, perfect for those wanting a color reference.
That covers how to draw Dexter Charming, from his awkward charm to his royal-but-not-quite-confident look. If you head over to the pinned Dexter Charming post on Pinterest, that’s where the SketchOk community drops their finished sketches and chats about techniques, so it’s worth stopping by to share yours or get inspired by what others have done. For anyone who prefers watching over reading, video versions of some guides do appear on the SketchOk YouTube channel as well.