How To Draw An & (Ampersand): 12 Steps (with Pictures) - WikiHow

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1 Begin with a backwards ‘3’ shape or a capital ‘E’ in cursive. Draw the shape from top to bottom, curving the line twice to make 2 open half-circles that intersect in the middle. You can choose whether to have a straight intersection, like in most print ‘3’s, or a loop that appears like an ‘O’ between the two halves.[9] X Research source
- Calligraphy ampersands are typically open at the side, based on a capital ‘E,’ rather than a lowercase one, like the standard shape.
2 Create a loop at the end of the bottom line. Right where your pencil comes up to form the end of the backwards ‘3’ shape, make a loop by curving your pencil to the left and then crossing the line the loop began with. This will make a little loop that extends just past the tip of the original shape.[10] X Research source
- For an added calligraphic flair, you can add an open figure-eight or infinity sign by bringing the loop up on the other side of the crossed line and curving downward to make an open loop.
- This stroke creates the crossed ‘T’ of the ampersand.
3 Make a little loop at the top of the shape. Off the top right tip, you can add a tiny loop by bringing the line down, around, and back up again to cross the original pencil stroke. This is a completely optional stroke, as it will give the ampersand a less formal appearance.[11] X Research source
- This loop is great for designs that you want to have a care-free, fun tone.
4 For a filled-in look, add lines to the inner edges of the main shape. Connect the underside of the top curve to the intersection line between the two half circles, and vice versa for the bottom curve. The line should be slightly curved inward so that it matches the original curve.[12]
5 Shade the space between the downstrokes, if you drew them. Use your pencil to fill in the gap by repeatedly making shading strokes. The side of a pencil is often better for shading. You should use a pen or marker to make the shading look smoother than pencil strokes.[13]