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  • A Humanoid Robot
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  • A Mechanical Robot
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  • Simple Robot
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This article was reviewed by Kelly Medford. Kelly Medford is an American painter based in Rome, Italy. She studied classical painting, drawing and printmaking both in the U.S. and in Italy. She works primarily en plein air on the streets of Rome, and also travels for private international collectors on commission. She founded Sketching Rome Tours in 2012 where she teaches sketchbook journaling to visitors of Rome. Kelly is a graduate of the Florence Academy of Art. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 448,731 times.

Since there are a few different types of robots, figuring out how to draw one can seem difficult. However, the process is actually relatively simple. This wikiHow will show you how to draw several different types of robots.

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Method 1 Method 1 of 4:

A Humanoid Robot

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  1. Step 1 Sketch the wireframe to represent the robot's figure and pose (each circle represents a joint). 1 Sketch the wireframe to represent the robot's figure and pose (each circle represents a joint).
  2. Step 2 Use 3 dimensional shapes such as cylinders, box shapes and circles to sketch the body parts needed. 2 Use 3 dimensional shapes such as cylinders, box shapes and circles to sketch the body parts needed. Advertisement
  3. Step 3 Use your creativity to sketch robot features over the sketch to create your own design. 3 Use your creativity to sketch robot features over the sketch to create your own design.
  4. Step 4 Refine the sketch using a smaller tipped drawing tool to add more detail. 4 Refine the sketch using a smaller tipped drawing tool to add more detail.[1]
  5. Step 5 Outline your sketch to finalize the artwork. 5 Outline your sketch to finalize the artwork. before coloring.
  6. Step 6 Erase and remove sketch lines to create clean outlined drawing. 6 Erase and remove sketch lines to create clean outlined drawing.[2]
  7. Step 7 Add color. 7 Add color.
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Method 2 Method 2 of 4:

A Mechanical Robot

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  1. Step 1 Design a robot using different kinds of 3 dimensional shapes (different box shapes, cylinders, wedges, etc... 1 Design a robot using different kinds of 3 dimensional shapes (different box shapes, cylinders, wedges, etc...).[3]
  2. Step 2 Sketch additional details and parts like joints, equipment and tools. 2 Sketch additional details and parts like joints, equipment and tools.
  3. Step 3 Refine the sketch by using a smaller tipped drawing tool. 3 Refine the sketch by using a smaller tipped drawing tool.
  4. Step 4 Create outlines by drawing over the final sketch. 4 Create outlines by drawing over the final sketch.[4]
  5. Step 5 Erase and remove the sketch lines to create a clean outlined drawing. 5 Erase and remove the sketch lines to create a clean outlined drawing.[5]
  6. Step 6 Color your robot. 6 Color your robot.
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Method 3 Method 3 of 4:

Simple Robot

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  1. Step 1 Draw the head and the body. 1 Draw the head and the body. For the body, draw a simple box then draw a curved line on top of it for the head.
  2. Step 2 Draw the limbs. 2 Draw the limbs. Attach curved rectangles to the body for the limbs.
  3. Step 3 On the head, draw 2 small circles for the robots eyes. 3 On the head, draw 2 small circles for the robots eyes.
  4. Step 4 Add design on your robot. 4 Add design on your robot. For this illustration add smaller circles on the top and the bottom of the body as bolts.
  5. Step 5 Draw lines on the hand and feet to add design on your robot. 5 Draw lines on the hand and feet to add design on your robot. Add two curved rectangles on each of the robot's hands.
  6. Step 6 Erase unnecessary lines. 6 Erase unnecessary lines.
  7. Step 7 Color your drawing. 7 Color your drawing.
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Method 4 Method 4 of 4:

A More Elaborate Robot

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  1. Step 1 Draw quick sketches of robots. 1 Draw quick sketches of robots. By using silhouette drawing you can record your ideas and decide what robot you want to draw. It could be a four legged robot, based on an animal or a battle type robot or just a simple household robot.
  2. Step 2 From your drawings, choose a design you like the most. 2 From your drawings, choose a design you like the most. You can also combine some elements present in your other designs.
  3. Step 3 Draw your line art. 3 Draw your line art. Start with the basic shapes, make it simple and clear.
  4. Step 4 Erase your silhouette drawing and add finer details, like the wires, cables, design on the head and chest, etc. 4 Erase your silhouette drawing and add finer details, like the wires, cables, design on the head and chest, etc.
  5. Step 5 Color your drawing. 5 Color your drawing.
  6. Step 6 Finished. 6 Finished.
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  • Question How do I create my own style of art? Kathy Leader Kathy Leader Artist Kathy Leader is an Artist based in Santa Barbara, California. She is the Owner of The Art Process, an innovative in-person and virtual art studio. With more than 36 years of art education experience, she specializes in providing mixed media art workshops for individuals and groups. In addition, she works with businesses and organizations to build morale, encourage creative problem-solving, and find de-stressing tools. Her sessions stress mental wellness through art making. Kathy holds a BFA in Art Education from The University of Cape Town. Kathy Leader Kathy Leader Artist Expert Answer The best way to do that is to experiment as much as possible! Try out new materials, colors, and compositions. Avoid trying to copy other artists, and after consistent practice for a few weeks, look at what you have done and mark the pieces that you intuitively resonate with. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 6 Helpful 20
  • Question How can I draw an animal robot? Community Answer Community Answer Start by drawing the animal standing up. Then put the lines on/around face with 'screw' circles to resemble the metal. Repeat the same steps across the whole body of the animal to make it appear as if they are made of metal. Finally, finish the details of the eyes and pelt. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 33 Helpful 59
  • Question How do I make a working model? Community Answer Community Answer That's a completely different field. Maybe check out information on electrical engineering, programming, and A.I. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 49 Helpful 55
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  • Pencil sharpener
  • Eraser gum
  • Colored pencils, crayons, markers or watercolors

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Kelly Medford Reviewed by: Kelly Medford Professional Artist This article was reviewed by Kelly Medford. Kelly Medford is an American painter based in Rome, Italy. She studied classical painting, drawing and printmaking both in the U.S. and in Italy. She works primarily en plein air on the streets of Rome, and also travels for private international collectors on commission. She founded Sketching Rome Tours in 2012 where she teaches sketchbook journaling to visitors of Rome. Kelly is a graduate of the Florence Academy of Art. This article has been viewed 448,731 times. 628 votes - 72% Co-authors: 47 Updated: July 2, 2025 Views: 448,731 Categories: Drawing Animated Characters Article SummaryX

To draw a robot, start by using a pencil to sketch out the wireframe of the robot's pose and general frame. After you have the robot's shape figured out, draw circles where you want joints to be. Then, add in 3-dimensional shapes like rectangles or squares for different body parts, like legs and arms. Use your creativity to add mechanical equipment, such as weapons or gadgets, if you want. Erase the lines you sketched at the beginning, add in details, and then color in your robot to finish your masterpiece. To learn how to draw a more elaborate robot, scroll down. Did this summary help you?YesNo

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"The step-by-step tutorial just makes it easier to follow and draw. I'm not good at drawing and this has helped..." more Tony Zalee

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"I learned the basics of modeling in general. These tutorials are the key for anyone who wants to draw. Thanks a..." more Jimmy Dean

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"It was helpful, but the shapes in step two weren't entirely necessary for me to create a good robot person." Sebastian Almanzar

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"Loved it! My friend and I wanted to draw a robot, so we came to this website and drew so many robots." Syed Rahim Uddin

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