Are you a fan of anime and manga art? Have you ever wondered how to draw those captivating and expressive noses? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of drawing anime and manga noses from different angles and in various styles.
Drawing Anime and Manga Noses
Anime and manga noses have some distinct features. They are often small, pointy, and sometimes without any nostril details. However, there are variations to this style, as shown in the image above.
For the purpose of this tutorial, we will categorize the noses into three main types:
- Basic nose drawn with just lines
- Nose defined with a shadow
- Semi-realistic nose
Drawing a Basic Anime or Manga Nose
The basic anime nose is simple and easy to draw. It is also the most common style you'll encounter. Let's start with the front view:
Basic Nose Front View Drawing
For the front view, you can draw the basic nose as a dot or a dash. In fact, you can even omit the nose altogether when drawing the head from the front. To position the nose correctly, divide the head vertically and horizontally in half. Place the nose in the middle of the head vertically and between the halfway point and the chin horizontally.
Basic Nose 3/4 View Drawing
In the 3/4 view, keep the vertical placement of the nose the same as in the front view. Imagine a line from the curve of the forehead to the bottom of the chin. Place the end of the nose at a distance from this line to leave enough space for the full nose. You can represent the nose with two curved lines or simply a dot or dash, similar to the front view.
Basic Nose Side View Drawing
In the side view, maintain the same vertical placement for the nose. Beginners often make the mistake of misplacing facial features when drawing the same character from different perspectives. The horizontal placement of the nose can be influenced by the face type, nose length, and style. Generally, draw the nose sticking out past the forehead. Shape the nose like a vertical checkmark with a short bottom curve, a pointy tip, and a long upper curve.
Drawing an Anime or Manga Nose Using Light and Shadow
Another technique for drawing anime noses is by adding shading. You can choose to shade the nose with solid black or a grey/darkened skin tone, depending on whether you are using color or not.
Shaded Nose Front View Drawing
In the front view, divide the head both vertically and horizontally, just as in the previous examples. Draw the shadow of the nose to one side of the vertical line, with its horizontal placement between the chin and the halfway point of the face. Shape the shadow like an oval, with the side facing the horizontal line slightly flatter.
Shaded Nose 3/4 View Drawing
For the 3/4 view, position the nose as described earlier. Shade the bottom part of the nose with a shadow that is wider at the base and narrower at the tip. Draw the upper part of the nose with a simple curve, keeping the tip pointy. Unlike the basic nose example, make the upper curve slightly larger and more defined so that it stands out.
Shaded Side View Drawing
In the side view of the shaded nose, you can actually draw it without any shading, similar to the side view of the basic nose. As the shadow helps define the nose, it is unnecessary in a view where the nose silhouette is already well-defined.
Drawing a Semi-Realistic Looking Nose
If you want a more realistic anime nose, draw it closer to traditional art. Pay attention to curvier lines and more intricate details. You can also include the nostrils in all views.
Semi-Realistic Nose Front View Drawing
For the front view of the semi-realistic nose, once again, divide the head vertically and horizontally. Position the bottom of the nose at the halfway mark between the horizontal halfway point of the head and the chin. Center the nose on the head using the vertical halfway point. Draw both sides of the bottom of the nose identically, but only hint at the bridge of the nose on one side. If you were to shade the drawing, this should be the “shadow side.” Showing both sides of the bridge would make the drawing look odd.
Semi-Realistic Nose 3/4 View Drawing
In the 3/4 view, position the nose as explained in the previous examples. Draw the bottom and bridge of the nose with slightly longer curves to define more of the nose's shape. You can also hint at the nostril and optionally outline the tip of the nose with an under curve.
Semi-Realistic Nose Side View Drawing
For the side view of the semi-realistic nose, once again, position it between the horizontal halfway point of the head and the chin. Horizontally, let the nose go slightly past the forehead. Draw the tip of the nose with a curve and hint at the nostril.
Anime Noses Positioning
As mentioned earlier, the positioning of anime noses can vary depending on the style and character.
In a slightly more realistic face, the nose is drawn higher up, as shown in the image above.
In more stylized characters, like the example given, the nose is often drawn lower down.
Please remember that these placement examples are general guidelines. There are no strict rules for drawing noses. Some artists create characters with unusual-looking noses, while others follow the examples shown in this tutorial.
You may notice the nose positioned lower on the face in the stylized head above.
Conclusion
Drawing anime noses in any view is generally not very complicated. The more stylized the nose, the easier it is to draw. Don't be afraid to experiment with adding or removing details or drawing them with varying degrees of realism. Find a style that you enjoy and that suits your artistic vision.
For guidance on drawing other anime facial features, check out the following tutorials:
- How to Draw Female Anime Eyes Tutorial
- How to Draw Anime & Manga Teeth Tutorial
- How to Draw Anime Male Facial Expressions Side View
- How to Draw Anime and Manga Ears
- How to Draw Anime & Manga Eyebrows
Remember, practice makes perfect! So grab your pencil and paper and start expressing your creativity!
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