How to Draw Clothing

The idea of drawing clothes can be an intimidating task. However, it is necessary to be a successful artist or fashion designer. In reality, the process is not as hard as it seems. Simply put your pencil to the paper and let your imagination be the guide.

Materials Needed

• Sketching pad


• Pencil and eraser


• Colored pencils



• Fabric
  
  
  
  Steps




• Research the Internet and popular fashion magazines to determine the style of clothing you are interested in drawing.




• Gather the necessary materials. A quality sketching pad, pencil and eraser are essential.




• When you begin the initial drawing process don’t be afraid to think outside the box; experience with different patterns. Consider starting with a simple curve and creating your design from there.




• Remember, this process will take time, especially for a beginner. If you get frustrated or find yourself suffering from an artistic block, take a break and come back to the drawing at a later time.




• Once you have completed the design, add dimension and life to it. Add embellishments, fabric, color combinations and accessories. All these additions give you a lifelike idea of what your drawing will look like on.