This tutorial shows you how to draw Opal, the graceful fusion of Pearl and Amethyst from Steven Universe. Opal stands out among Gem fusions with her tall, slender frame and four arms that give her an elegant, dancer-like appearance. Sketching this character helps you practice drawing elongated proportions and multi-limbed figures.
Drawing Opal from Steven Universe
This guide contains 15 step-by-step images walking you through the entire process. Starting with basic construction lines, you will build up to the complete Opal drawing with all her distinctive features.
Key Features of Opal’s Design
- Pale blue-gray skin tone across the body
- Blonde hair styled in a high side ponytail
- Round head with a cyan gemstone on the forehead
- Two large eyes and a small pointed nose
- Long neck with gold ring details
- Four thin arms extending gracefully outward
- Teal and mint green bodice with yellow bow accent
- Asymmetrical leg covering in mauve and mint
- Golden yellow pointed boots
- Orange oval gem visible at the chest
Opal combines the best traits of Pearl and Amethyst, creating a serene warrior. To understand her design better, check out our individual tutorials for Pearl and Amethyst. For more fusion drawing practice, explore guides for Sardonyx, Stevonnie, and Malachite on our site.
How This Tutorial Works
Each step displays new elements using a color coding system for easy tracking:
- Red Color: lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: lines completed earlier.
- Gray Color: base sketch for structure.
How to Draw Opal: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Show Us Your Opal Artwork!
That covers everything you need to draw Opal successfully. The four arms can be tricky, so take your time with their placement. Leave a comment sharing how your drawing turned out or ask questions if you got stuck. Posted your Opal somewhere online? Share the link below! Looking for more Steven Universe characters? Try our guides for Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Rose Quartz, or Ruby and Sapphire next.