I’ll show you how to draw a Bugbear in 23 steps, one of the eerie creatures from folklore often imagined lurking in the dark corners of fantasy worlds. The drawing has a medium complexity level, mainly due to its anatomy and small details.
About the Bugbear Creature
The Bugbear is a classic figure from European folklore, often described as a night-dwelling creature meant to scare misbehaving children. In fantasy settings, such as tabletop games and myth-inspired stories, Bugbears are portrayed as tall goblinoids with sharp teeth, long limbs, and sinister grins. They combine both human and beastly traits, making them a staple creature for artists exploring mythical worlds.
- Body Type: Tall and bony with long arms and four-fingered hands.
- Face: Sharp nose, pointed ears, wide mouth with jagged teeth.
- Expression: Menacing and mischievous grin.
- Outfit: Torn green tunic that looks handmade and ragged.
- Pose: Crouched slightly forward with bent knees and curved fingers ready to grab.
If you want to keep expanding your fantasy sketchbook, try drawing related creatures like brownies, trolls, or orcs – they share many design similarities and make for great practice.
Understanding the Drawing Process
Throughout the 23 steps, this guide uses color indicators to help you follow the process easily:
- Red Color: shows the lines to add in the current step
- Black Color: shows the lines from previous steps
- Grey Color: represents the basic structural sketch
After finishing your Bugbear drawing, share it in the comments section under the pinned Pinterest post. Many artists showcase their versions there, it’s a great place to connect and get inspired.
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