{"id":18765,"date":"2022-12-28T15:40:07","date_gmt":"2022-12-28T15:40:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/?p=18765"},"modified":"2023-05-03T13:56:59","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T13:56:59","slug":"unicorn-drawing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/unicorn-drawing\/","title":{"rendered":"Unicorn Drawing Guide In 6 Beginner-Friendly Steps [Video + Images]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-size: 10pt; text-align: center;\">Time to learn how to draw a unicorn!\u200b<\/p>\n<p>Did you know that unicorns are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nts.org.uk\/stories\/the-unicorn-scotlands-national-animal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scotland\u2019s national animal<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p>The choice isn\u2019t surprising considering the free spirit of the Scotts that perfectly matches the untamable nature of the mythical creatures.<\/p>\n<p>Unicorns have been around since <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britannica.com\/topic\/unicorn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mesopotamian artworks<\/a>, and their popularity doesn\u2019t waver.<\/p>\n<p>Their cute, unique appearance and fun spirit are loved by people of all ages, but drawing unicorns can be hard for beginners.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll show you that learning how to draw a unicorn can be both quick and easy \u2014 you\u2019ll discover how to do it in just six steps!<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"giphy-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/CSbIZi52DvqnJPm1WA\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/unicorn-chubbicorns-chubbiverse-CSbIZi52DvqnJPm1WA\">via GIPHY<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"mceNonEditable cta-custom\" href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/comic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uncover the battle raging within. Read the BIOWARS comic book for free!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Watch BIOWARS Artist\u2019s Video On Easy Unicorn Drawing<\/h2>\n<p>Lead BIOWARS\u2019 artist and professional illustrator, <a href=\"http:\/\/\u2022%09https:\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/behind-the-scenes-at-biowars-interview-with-comic-book-artist-goncalo-lopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gon\u00e7alo Lopes<\/a>, created a video tutorial to show you how to draw a unicorn from scratch:<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To DRAW A UNICORN [Easy Guide For Beginners]\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SiyhjdVzFsk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>To make the process easier to follow for beginners, he also illustrates each step. Keep reading to see the images below where we break down the video tutorial so you can explore it at your own pace!<\/p>\n<p>At BIOWARS, Gon\u00e7alo is in charge of creating the distinct look of the BIOWARS characters. The BIOWARRIORS are the protectors of the immune system that fight against viruses and invaders who wish to mess up the immune system and destroy their human host. The battle between the two forces occurs daily in every one of us.<\/p>\n<p>To find out how your own BIOWARRIORS work and what they do to protect your inner universe \u2014 the BIOVERSE \u2014 check out our comic book!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"mceNonEditable cta-custom\" href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/characters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check out how we drew the BIOWARS comic book characters!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Sketching Tools To Draw A Unicorn<\/h2>\n<p>The right tools can help you draw a unicorn like a pro. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An <strong>H<\/strong> <strong>pencil\u202fto<\/strong> outline<\/li>\n<li>An <strong>HB pencil<\/strong> to add the details and softly shade the unicorn drawing<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>4B pencil<\/strong> for shading<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>kneaded eraser<\/strong> to erase the shapes you\u2019re not happy with<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sketch paper\u202fwith micro-perforations<\/strong> because it allows you to easily draw on it and apply corrections to your drawing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are just recommendations \u2014\u202fyou can use whatever pencil, eraser and paper you\u2019re most comfortable with!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"mceNonEditable cta-custom\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/biowars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Follow us on Instagram for more drawing tips and the latest BIOWARS updates!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>How To Draw A Unicorn In 6 Steps<\/h2>\n<p>The easiest way to draw a unicorn is to sketch its body piece by piece by using geometrical shapes and then connect the elements into a cohesive whole.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Position The Head<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Recommended toils:<\/strong> H pencil<\/p>\n<p>First up, let\u2019s outline the unicorn\u2019s head.<\/p>\n<p>To do that, draw a <strong>medium-sized circle<\/strong> in the upper half of your paper, but make sure to leave enough room for the horn and the mane:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18766\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18766\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18766\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head.jpg\" alt=\"A drawing of a circle that represents the outline of the unicorn\u2019s head.\u200b\" width=\"800\" height=\"352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head.jpg 800w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-300x132.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-768x338.jpg 768w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-440x194.jpg 440w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-635x279.jpg 635w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18766\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Use circles to outline the unicorn\u2019s body.\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>2. Add The Chest, Back And Muzzle<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Recommended toils:<\/strong> H pencil<\/p>\n<p>Next, let\u2019s add one more circle below the head, but make this one approximately <strong>four times larger than the first circle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This is where the unicorn\u2019s <strong>chest<\/strong> will be.<\/p>\n<p>Then, draw one more large circle for the <strong>back<\/strong> and make it overlap with the chest outline, like so:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18767\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18767\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18767\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-chest-back.jpg\" alt=\"A drawing of three circle that represents the outline of the unicorn\u2019s head, chest, and back.\u200b\" width=\"800\" height=\"564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-chest-back.jpg 800w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-chest-back-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-chest-back-768x541.jpg 768w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-chest-back-440x310.jpg 440w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-chest-back-635x448.jpg 635w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18767\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Make the unicorn\u2019s chest and back several times larger than its head.\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For the unicorn\u2019s <strong>muzzle<\/strong>, draw a small circle and place it next to the head on the left:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18768\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18768\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18768\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-muzzle.jpg\" alt=\"The outline of a muzzle is added to the sketch.\u200b\" width=\"800\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-muzzle.jpg 800w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-muzzle-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-muzzle-768x552.jpg 768w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-muzzle-440x316.jpg 440w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-muzzle-635x456.jpg 635w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18768\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Drawing geometrical shapes will help you create a proportional unicorn drawing.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>3. Position The Legs<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Recommended tools:<\/strong> H pencil<\/p>\n<p>To add the unicorn\u2019s legs, let\u2019s draw two small circles within the chest outline and one small circle within the outline for the back.<\/p>\n<p>Then, add four super small circles below the chest and the back. Place the circles at the front diagonally; then, make sure that the circles in the back are glued to each other, like this:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18769\" style=\"width: 614px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18769\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18769\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s legs are positioned.\u200b\" width=\"604\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs.jpg 604w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-300x298.jpg 300w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-440x437.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18769\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The base for the unicorn\u2019s body is ready!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>3. Outline The Unicorn\u2019s Body<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Recommended tool:<\/strong> H pencil<\/p>\n<p>Now that all the basic elements are in place, it\u2019s time to connect them to create the outline of the unicorn\u2019s body.<\/p>\n<p>First up, let\u2019s connect the two largest circles to form the <strong>belly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Then, connect the circles you drew for the legs, like this:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18770\" style=\"width: 605px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18770\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18770\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-1-outline.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s legs are outlined.\u200b\" width=\"595\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-1-outline.jpg 595w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-1-outline-298x300.jpg 298w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-1-outline-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-1-outline-440x444.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18770\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Time to outline the unicorn\u2019s body!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Next, let\u2019s outline the unicorn\u2019s head.<\/p>\n<p>Connect the top side of the muzzle and the head.<\/p>\n<p>Then, add a tiny circle in the middle of the head; that\u2019s where the <strong>unicorn\u2019s eye<\/strong> will be.<\/p>\n<p>Below the eye, sketch an oval shape for the unicorn\u2019s <strong>cheek<\/strong> and connect it with the muzzle.<\/p>\n<p>At the top of the head, add a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cam.ac.uk\/research\/features\/what-is-a-unicorns-horn-made-of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">horn<\/a> and rhombus-shaped ears, like so:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18771\" style=\"width: 555px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18771\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18771\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-outline.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s head is outlined.\u200b\" width=\"545\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-outline.jpg 545w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-outline-273x300.jpg 273w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-outline-440x484.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 545px) 100vw, 545px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18771\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The unicorn\u2019s body is slowly taking shape!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Now\u2019s the time to connect the unicorn\u2019s upper and lower body.<\/p>\n<p>Draw a vertical line from its cheek and connect it with the unicorn\u2019s <strong>chest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Then, extend that line across the chest and connect it with the back of the unicorn\u2019s head.<\/p>\n<p>Oh, and don\u2019t forget to connect the top side of the two large circles for the chest and back to form the unicorn\u2019s <strong>backside<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18772\" style=\"width: 547px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18772\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18772\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-neck-outline.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s neck is outlined.\u200b\" width=\"537\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-neck-outline.jpg 537w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-neck-outline-269x300.jpg 269w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-neck-outline-440x492.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 537px) 100vw, 537px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18772\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The outline is almost done!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The last step to outlining the unicorn\u2019s body is to finalize its legs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Add the hooves<\/strong> at the front and the back, and sketch the hind right leg that peeks in the back:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18773\" style=\"width: 462px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18773\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18773\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-2-outline.jpg\" alt=\"The outline of the unicorn\u2019s body is finished.\u200b\" width=\"452\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-2-outline.jpg 452w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-2-outline-226x300.jpg 226w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-legs-2-outline-440x584.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18773\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The outline of the unicorn\u2019s body is finished!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>5. Finalize Your Sketch And Add The Details<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Recommended tool:<\/strong> HB pencil<\/p>\n<p>Now\u2019s the time to add the details to the sketch and connect all the parts into a cohesive unicorn drawing.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the horn.<\/p>\n<p>We want to make it <strong>spiral<\/strong>; to achieve that, draw short diagonal lines across the horn and make sure that the edges aren\u2019t too sharp, like this:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18774\" style=\"width: 452px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18774\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18774\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-horn-sketch.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s horn is spiral.\u200b\" width=\"442\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-horn-sketch.jpg 442w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-horn-sketch-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-horn-sketch-440x597.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 442px) 100vw, 442px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18774\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Unicorns are almost always depicted with spiral horns.\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Go over the ears, the eye, the muzzle and the cheek to make them look like one.<\/p>\n<p>Then, <strong>enhance the outer lines of the neck<\/strong>, like so:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18775\" style=\"width: 455px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18775\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18775\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-neck-sketch.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s head with the details added in.\u200b\" width=\"445\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-neck-sketch.jpg 445w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-neck-sketch-223x300.jpg 223w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-head-neck-sketch-440x593.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18775\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Continue enhancing the lines.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Continue to go over the lines to make them more pronounced, but skip the back of the head. This is where we\u2019ll add the mane soon!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18776\" style=\"width: 445px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18776\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18776\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-body-sketch.jpg\" alt=\"The finished sketch of the unicorn\u2019s body.\u200b\" width=\"435\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-body-sketch.jpg 435w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-body-sketch-218x300.jpg 218w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 435px) 100vw, 435px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18776\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The basic sketch of the unicorn\u2019s body is ready! \u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Next up, let\u2019s add a tiny nostril in the middle of the unicorn\u2019s muzzle.<\/p>\n<p>Now, we mustn\u2019t forget about the <strong>unicorn\u2019s tale<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>To draw it, add several wavy lines in the back. Make sure to leave some space between the lines so that the tail looks voluminous, like so:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18777\" style=\"width: 574px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18777\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18777\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-tail.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s tale is added to the sketch.\u200b\" width=\"564\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-tail.jpg 564w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-tail-282x300.jpg 282w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-tail-440x468.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18777\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Look at this majestic creature!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Once the tale is in its place, let\u2019s add the <strong>majestic mane<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>Draw some hairs around the unicorn\u2019s ears and continue drawing them along its neck.<\/p>\n<p>Add long, wavy, luscious locks and extend them toward the tale so that it looks like the unicorn is running:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18778\" style=\"width: 579px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18778\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18778\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-mane.jpg\" alt=\"The unicorn\u2019s mane is added to the sketch.\u200b\" width=\"569\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-mane.jpg 569w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-mane-285x300.jpg 285w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-mane-440x464.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 569px) 100vw, 569px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18778\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The rich mane is an indispensable part of every unicorn drawing. \u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>6. Remove The Guidelines And Shade The Unicorn<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Recommended tools:<\/strong> HB and 4B pencils, kneaded eraser<\/p>\n<p>Before you start shading the unicorn, grab your eraser and get rid of the guidelines that no longer serve you:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18779\" style=\"width: 582px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18779\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18779\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-guidelines-erased.jpg\" alt=\"Guidelines are erased.\" width=\"572\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-guidelines-erased.jpg 572w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-guidelines-erased-286x300.jpg 286w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-guidelines-erased-440x462.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18779\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">When erasing the guidelines, be careful not to mess up the sketch.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>To complete the unicorn\u2019s <strong>magical look<\/strong>, add <strong>tiny stars<\/strong> around its horn and inside its eye:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18780\" style=\"width: 567px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18780\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18780\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-stars.jpg\" alt=\"Small stars are added around the unicorn\u2019s horn and inside its eye.\u200b\" width=\"557\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-stars.jpg 557w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-stars-279x300.jpg 279w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-stars-440x474.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 557px) 100vw, 557px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18780\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Now, that\u2019s a truly magical look! \u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The final step to unicorn drawing is to shade your artwork!<\/p>\n<p>Use the combination of HB and 4B pencils to create several shades of grey,<\/p>\n<p>Make the hooves, the hind right leg and the ground beneath the unicorn darker than the rest of the sketch.<\/p>\n<p>Pay attention to the mane and tail, and make the locks\u2019 underside darker than the top:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_18781\" style=\"width: 550px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18781\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18781\" src=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-final.jpg\" alt=\"Finished unicorn drawing.\u200b\" width=\"540\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-final.jpg 540w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-final-270x300.jpg 270w, https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/unicorn-drawing-final-440x489.jpg 440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-18781\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Your unicorn drawing is now finished!\u200b<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>Finished Your\u202fUnicorn\u202fDrawing? Try These Next!<\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t let the magic end here and continue to learn how to draw!<\/p>\n<p>Perfect your drawing skills with more of our how-to tutorials, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/cow-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a cow<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/fox-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a fox<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/penguin-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a penguin<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/dolphin-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a dolphin\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/bat-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a bat\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/panda-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a panda\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/butterfly-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a butterfly\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/wolf-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a wolf\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/bunny-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a bunny\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/how-to-draw-horse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a horse\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/how-to-draw-cat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a cat\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/how-to-draw-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a dog\u202f<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/deer-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw a deer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/2023.biowars.com\/blog\/elephant-drawing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to draw an elephant<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"mceNonEditable cta-custom\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/Biowars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Follow our YouTube channel for more art tutorials!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>A Recap On How To Draw A Unicorn<\/h2>\n<p>When you practice how to draw a unicorn, the most important thing is to go slow and draw parts of its body one by one.<\/p>\n<p>Geometrical shapes are your friends, so use circles to position the unicorn\u2019s body, starting from the head.<\/p>\n<p>Then, move on to the chest and back, add the muzzle, legs, and neck, and start adding the details such as the unicorn\u2019s recognizable horn.<\/p>\n<p>Once all the elements are in place, connect them into a cohesive whole and use your eraser to remove the guidelines that no longer serve you.<\/p>\n<p>Last but not least, shade the drawing to bring your unicorn to life and give it more dimension!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Once your unicorn drawing is ready, send it over to us \u2014 we\u2019d love to see it! And let us know in the comments below which tutorial you\u2019d like to see us cover next!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Time to learn how to draw a unicorn!\u200b Did you know that unicorns are Scotland\u2019s national animal? The choice isn\u2019t surprising considering the free spirit of the Scotts that perfectly matches the untamable nature of the mythical creatures. Unicorns have been around since Mesopotamian artworks, and their popularity doesn\u2019t waver. 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