This tutorial will teach you how to draw young Greg Universe, Steven’s loving father and former rock star from the animated series. Greg Universe stands out as one of the few human characters in the show, bringing warmth and humor to every scene. His younger appearance with long flowing hair captures his musician days, making this a fun portrait of the character before he became a car wash owner.
Sketching Young Greg Universe
This guide presents 12 progressive steps that transform simple shapes into the complete Greg Universe figure. His relaxed pose and casual outfit make this tutorial accessible for artists at any level.
Greg’s Design Elements
- Long wavy brown hair reaching below the waist
- Light pink skin with a cheerful open-mouthed smile
- Round head with wide eyes and small nose
- Black short-sleeved t-shirt with yellow star on chest
- Teal blue jeans with rolled cuffs at the ankles
- Visible knee through a tear in the left pant leg
- Blue flip-flop sandals on both feet
- Dynamic pose with one arm extended outward
- Stocky build with soft rounded proportions
Greg Universe plays a central role in Steven’s life and connects to many important characters. His relationship with Rose Quartz shaped the entire series, so consider trying our Rose Quartz tutorial next. For family portraits, check out our guides for Steven Universe and Lion. The Crystal Gems who help raise Steven, including Pearl, Garnet, and Amethyst, also make great companions to your Greg drawing.
Reading the Tutorial Steps
Navigate through the Greg Universe drawing process using these color markers:
- Red Color: lines added in the current step.
- Black Color: lines completed earlier.
- Gray Color: base sketch for structure.
How to Draw Greg Universe: Complete Guide
Show Us Your Greg Universe Art!
That completes our guide on how to draw Greg Universe in his younger days. His long hair flowing behind him requires some patience to get right. Share your thoughts in the comments or ask about tricky sections. If you posted your Greg artwork somewhere online, drop the link for others to check out. For more Steven Universe human characters, try our tutorials for Connie Maheswaran, or explore Gem guides like Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, and Ruby!