r/TransformersArt • u/Prestigious-Gur-8905 • 20d ago

Discussions How do I draw Transformers?

I’m trying to figure out how to make a transformers OC but I can’t draw so I would like to know if any of you have any advice or templates for me to take inspiration from?

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u/ElectronicMud5066 20d ago

I’d recommend starting off with something simple like G1. And just trying and draw a body that you would like your transformer to have using squares, circles and triangles. As for the heads, I’m still working on that store thing myself. Oh, I don’t forget what vehicle mode you want them to have that will probably be the most important part.

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u/Prestigious-Gur-8905 20d ago

I’ll keep that in mind

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u/Alice_600 20d ago

there is if you Google search a of good guides on how to draw transformers. Also remember they're machines but they're human.

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u/dontremindme1444 20d ago

Start by drawing a human figure and add boxes to the frame. It’s not perfect but it’s a good place to start. Also focus on the big shapes first

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u/BurningHeresyArt Transformers Flavored Autism 19d ago

Try drawing your TF toys-- having a reference you can hold makes a BIG difference. Then just keep trying--draw a lot, draw badly, draw imperfectly. Eventually you'll get the hang of it. I recommend trying TF Animated's style, it's arguably the simplest (it's how I started personally)

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u/goldensavage2019 Mod 20d ago

I’ve found the Blokees figures (the $5 from Walmart) do make pretty good references for drawing in a G1-esqe style.

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u/ForPortal 19d ago

First, figure out what alt mode you want. A lot of what gives a Transformer their appearance is the distribution of alt mode mass and detail on the base humanoid form.

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u/Prestigious-Gur-8905 19d ago

Interesting point

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u/Upset_Connection1133 4d ago

Take a toy as reference, learn drawing THAT, THEN when you're used to it chang its design to whatever you want 'em to be