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How to Draw Anime for Beginners

Are you excited to dive into the world of anime drawing? Whether you're just starting or looking to sharpen your skills, Shrimpy has got you covered in this amazing five-part video series! From drawing expressive eyes to perfecting anatomy, these tutorials will guide you step-by-step to help you bring your anime characters to life. Grab your Ohuhu markers and let’s get started!

Shrimpy is a talented young Australian artist who has been passionate about anime and illustration for years. His unique style and clear, easy-to-follow tutorials have inspired many budding artists. If you want to know more about Shrimpy and his creative journey, check out our exclusive interview with him in the Ohuhu Artist Spotlight Series.

For this tutorial series, Shrimpy uses a range of Ohuhu art supplies to bring anime characters to life. While the Ohuhu Honolulu 320 Colors Dual Tips Alcohol Art Markers set offers endless possibilities, you don't need that many colors to start! If you're just beginning, feel free to explore the Ohuhu alcohol marker series for more compact options that fit your needs. Here are the key products used in the series:Ohuhu Fineliner Drawing Pen,Ohuhu Gel Ink Pen,Ohuhu Spiral-Bound Mix Media Pad,Ohuhu Honolulu 36 Skin Tone Colors and Ohuhu Honolulu 36 Gray Tone Colors.

1. How to Draw & Color Anime Eyes

In this first video, Shrimpy walks us through the basics of drawing anime eyes, which are key to bringing emotion and personality to your characters. Learn how to draw and color three different types of eyes: female, male, and young characters, using Ohuhu markers for that perfect color pop.

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2. How to Draw Anime Head & Faces

Now that you've got the eyes down, let's move on to mastering the shape and structure of anime heads and faces. In this video, Shrimpy teaches us how to draw three different head shapes that are common in anime, including tips for creating both dynamic and cute expressions.

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3. How to Draw Anime Hair

Hair is one of the most expressive parts of an anime character's design! In this tutorial, you'll learn how to draw and shade three different anime hair styles using a variety of Ohuhu markers. Whether it's flowy or spiky, Shrimpy breaks it down step by step to help you add detail and personality to your characters.

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4. How to Draw Anime Male Anatomy

Anatomy can be tricky, but this tutorial will make it easier for you! Shrimpy covers how to draw the male body in anime style, teaching you the basics of proportions, poses, and anatomy essentials. Don't forget to use your Ohuhu markers to add some shading and depth! Watch the full video here:

5. How to Draw Anime Female Anatomy

In this final video, Shrimpy focuses on the female anatomy, walking you through how to create natural proportions, dynamic poses, and adding details that make your characters stand out. You'll also learn how to use Ohuhu skin tone markers to bring your drawings to life with realistic coloring.

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We hope this series helps you take your anime drawing skills to the next level! Be sure to grab your Ohuhu art supplies to get the best results from your practice.

🎨Happy drawing!

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