Assuming you would like a step-by-step guide on how to draw an ostrich:
1. Begin by drawing the ostrich’s head. Use a light pencil to sketch in the basic shape of the head and beak. Keep the pencil very light so that you can erase any mistakes easily.
2. Next draw the neck. Make the neck long and slender and curve it slightly to give the ostrich a graceful look.
3. Now add the body. Start with a small oval for the chest and then add the larger oval for the body. Make sure the two ovals are slightly overlapping as this will give the ostrich a more three-dimensional look.
4. To draw the legs start with two small ovals for the knees and then add the long thin cylinders for the legs. Make the legs slightly bent at the knee to give the ostrich a natural stance.
5. Finally add the details. Draw the eyes beak and feathers. For the feathers start at the top of the ostrich’s head and draw curved lines that come to a point. Draw these lines lightly at first as you may need to erase and adjust them later.
6. Once you’re happy with the overall drawing go over it with a dark pencil to make the lines more defined. You can also add shading to give the ostrich a more realistic look.
Here are a few reference images to help you as you draw:
http://www.troubleddiva.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/ How-to-Draw-an-Ostrich-tutorial.jpg
http://www.drawinghowtodraw.com/stepbystepdrawinglessons/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/ostrich-drawing-8.gif
http://www.sketchbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/How-to-Draw-an-Ostrich.jpg
What kind of pen should you use to draw an ostrich?
You can use any type of pen but a felt tip pen or marker would be the best choice.
What type of paper should you use?
You can use any type of paper but a thicker paper will be better to use so the pen doesn’t bleed through.
Should you draw the entire ostrich or just a part of it?
You can draw the entire ostrich or just a part of it depending on what you want to focus on.
What are the first steps you should take when drawing an ostrich?
Sketch out the general shape of the ostrich before adding any details.
How do you add the details to the ostrich?
Add the details by drawing the eyes beak feathers and legs.
What color should you use to draw the ostrich?
You can use any color you want but a brown or gray color would be more realistic.
Should you shade the ostrich?
You can shade the ostrich if you want but it’s not necessary.
What is the best way to shade the ostrich?
You can use any shading technique you want but cross hatching or stippling would be the best choices.
How do you know when you’re finished drawing the ostrich?
You can consider the ostrich finished when all the details have been added and you’re satisfied with the way it looks.
What do you do if you’re not happy with the way the ostrich looks?
You can erase any part that you’re not happy with and try again.
What are some other things you can do to make the ostrich look more realistic?
You can add shadows or highlights to make the ostrich look more realistic.
What should you do when you’re finished drawing the ostrich?
You can sign your name or add a date to the drawing.
Where can you display the ostrich drawing?
You can display the ostrich drawing anywhere you want such as on a fridge in a frame or on a bulletin board.
Should you scan the ostrich drawing before you display it?
You can scan the ostrich drawing so you have a digital copy but it’s not necessary.
What can you do with the digital copy of the ostrich drawing?
You can email it to family and friends post it online or print it out and frame it.
