Drawing cornrow braids involves creating the appearance of hair sections tightly braided to the scalp. While techniques vary, a key step in adding detail and finishing the drawing, as mentioned in a reference, is to add definition along the lines separating the braids.
Here's a basic approach to drawing cornrow braids, incorporating a specific finishing detail:
Steps for Drawing Cornrow Braids
Drawing cornrows requires depicting the curved sections and the woven texture within each braid.
1. Plan the Braids:
- Start by lightly sketching the basic shape of the head or the area where the braids will sit.
- Map out the paths or lines where the cornrows will run across the scalp. These lines often curve back from the hairline.
2. Draw the Basic Braid Shapes:
- Along each planned path, draw a series of connected, slightly curved segments. Think of them as elongated teardrops or overlapping shapes that build the length of the braid.
3. Add Braid Texture:
- Within each segment of the braid, lightly sketch lines or shapes that represent the overlapping strands. This gives the braid its characteristic woven appearance. These can be simple diagonal lines or slightly more complex interlocking shapes.
4. Define Separations and Edges:
- According to one drawing approach, after drawing the basic braid shapes and textures, you should "put edges on each separation." This involves adding definition, perhaps darker lines or shading, along the lines that separate one braid from the next or separate the braids from the scalp. This step helps make each braid stand out distinctly.
5. Finishing Touches:
- After defining the separations, the drawing is described as being "pretty much done."
- At this stage, you might add shading to give the braids depth and volume. Add shadows where braids overlap or curve, and highlights where light hits them.
- Refine your lines and add any desired details. The reference also suggests that after the edges are added, it's a good time to have "a little more fun with the drawing here," implying it's ready for personal touches or further detail if desired.
By following these steps, focusing on defining the individual braids and their separations, you can effectively draw cornrow braids.
