Today we’ll focus on the fourth turtle of the TMNT band. Let’s find out how to draw Raphael, the fierce turtle from the Tales of the TMNT 2024 series. This guide is crafted to help you depict his character.

Key Features of Raphael

Focus on these distinctive aspects to capture Raphael’s essence accurately:

• Skin Tone: Raphael’s skin is a striking bright green, setting him apart from his brothers.
• Facial Features: Intense eyes which often shift to white during battles.
• Accessoires: Includes a red mask (which covers the upper half of his head) and matching bands on his joints, alongside a belt with his initial ‘R’, sai and a brown pocket. His forearms wrapped with bandages for a rugged look.

Here on SketchOk, you can find different versions of Raph and his brothers. But I would suggest you to consider sketching Leo, Mikey and Donnie from the same 2024 series for a team portrait.

Step-by-Step Drawing Instructions for Raphael

This structured guide will lead you through the drawing process, focusing on the following aspects:

• Current Step Focus: These areas highlighted in red indicate where to add new details.
• Previous Lines: Existing lines are shown in black to help you see your progress.
• Base Sketch: A grey sketch shows the basic shape and proportions of Raphael created in the first 2 steps.

Follow the 21-step process to transition from a simple sketch to a fully detailed drawing of Raphael, culminating in the inking stage for a sharp finish.

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