Joy is the protagonist of the 2015 Disney•Pixar animated feature film Inside Out and its 2024 sequel. She is the very first of the emotions to appear inside the mind of Riley Andersen, often acting as the leader. She always strives to keep Riley happy, hence her name.
Joy’s Appearance
Joy’s unique features make her a delightful character to draw. Here are some key aspects to focus on:
- Light yellow skin made of energy particles.
- Slender figure with a larger head.
- Shimmery, sky-blue hair in a pixie cut with bangs.
- Large, oval-shaped, azure blue eyes with dark-blue liner.
- Light chartreuse, sleeveless skater dress with crisscrossed lines and blue shapes.
- Bioluminescent glow, with bright blue light from her body and yellow glow around her feet.
For more details on drawing other characters, check out guides for Sadness and Disgust.
About the Joy Drawing Guide
This guide is designed to help you draw Joy from start to finish. It consists of a series of 14 images, each representing a step in the drawing process. By following each step, you will gradually see your Joy drawing come to life.
- Red Color: Current step you should be focusing on.
- Black Color: Lines you have previously drawn.
- Grey Color: Basic sketch.
The first stage involves creating the basic sketch. In the final stage, you can choose to ink the sketch and gently erase the pencil lines after the ink dries. This ensures a clean and professional look.
I hope this guide on how to draw Joy helps you bring this joyful character to life. Don’t forget to follow SketchOk on social media for regular updates and new drawing guides:
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