The 12 zodiac signs are an important part of traditional Chinese culture and are the figurative representatives of the 12 earthly branches, namely the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig. Here's how to draw the zodiac.
1. Preparations.
Before you start drawing the zodiac signs, you need to prepare the relevant tools and materials. This includes brushes, paper, paints, dictionaries, etc. It is recommended to choose good quality brushes and paints to ensure the quality and vividness of the picture.
Second, the design pattern.
Designing a pattern is one of the key steps in drawing a zodiac sign. Different patterns can be designed according to personal preferences and cultural backgrounds, such as ** image, traditional patterns, etc. When designing the pattern, it is necessary to pay attention to the image characteristics and meaning of the zodiac to ensure that the painted zodiac image conforms to the characteristics of traditional culture.
3. Reference**.
Before you start drawing, you can refer to some relevant ** materials in order to better understand the image characteristics and details of each zodiac. You can search online or consult relevant books for reference**.
Fourth, draw a pattern.
Rat: The rat is the first of the 12 zodiac signs, which can be drawn as the image of a small mouse, and the expression can be drawn as a cute look, and the picture can be decorated with some small accessories, such as small hats, small scarves, etc.
Ox: The ox is the second of the 12 zodiac signs, it can be painted as a bull head image, the expression can be drawn more powerfully, and some grass and flowers can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Tiger: The tiger is the third of the 12 zodiac signs, you can draw the image of a tiger, the expression can be painted more ferocious, you can add some mountains and streams to the picture to decorate the picture.
Rabbit: The rabbit is the fourth of the 12 zodiac signs, which can be drawn in the image of a rabbit, the expression can be drawn more cute, and some radishes and flowers can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Dragon: The dragon is the fifth of the 12 zodiac signs, which can be drawn as an image of a dragon, the expression can be drawn more majestic, and some sea of clouds and lightning can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Snake: The snake is the sixth of the 12 zodiac signs, which can be drawn as an image of a snake, the expression can be drawn more cunningly, and some forests and grasses can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Horse: The horse is the seventh of the 12 zodiac signs, and can be drawn as an image of a horse, the expression can be drawn more vigorously, and some grasslands and peaks can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Sheep: The sheep is the eighth of the 12 zodiac signs, which can be drawn as an image of a sheep, the expression can be drawn more docile, and some flowers and grass can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Monkey: The monkey is the ninth of the 12 zodiac signs, it can be drawn as an image of a monkey, the expression can be drawn more mischievous, and some vines and fruits can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Rooster: The Rooster is the tenth of the 12 zodiac signs, which can be drawn as an image of a chicken, the expression can be drawn more vigorously, and some flowers and grass can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Dog: The dog is the eleventh of the 12 zodiac signs, it can be drawn as an image of a dog, the expression can be drawn more loyally, and some bones and small flowers can be added to the picture to decorate the picture.
Pig: The pig is the twelfth of the 12 zodiac signs, you can draw the image of a pig, the expression can be drawn more cute, you can add some radishes and flowers to the picture to decorate the picture.
Fifth, the polishing is perfect.
After you're done drawing the pattern, you can do some polishing and refinement work. This includes adding background colors, adjusting details, and more. When polishing, pay attention to maintaining the characteristics and overall harmony of each zodiac sign.
6. Preservation and Display.
After you have finished drawing, you should carefully save your work away from direct sunlight or moisture that can cause the paper to deform or fade. It is recommended that the artwork be framed or stored in a transparent plastic bag. If you need to display your work, you can choose to hang it on the wall or place it on your desk for enjoyment.