We all know that doves are a universal symbol of peace, but do you have the steps that you need to create your own cute dove? Then we have the ultimate guide – let’s get started!
Tutorial Video
Step-By-Step Images and Instructions
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Start with a pencil, and add a slight “hook” shape to the center of your page. Bring the end of this up towards the top right-hand corner of your page.
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Bring a series of bumps down from the bottom of this for a wing at the back.
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Add another wing inside this larger one…
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And then add another bumpy shape inside this, making this a little thicker.
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Now, add a curved, pointed beak to the bottom of the front line, and bring a line down from the bottom of this, taking this across to the right, and ending with a bloom of long, bumpy shapes for tail feathers.
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Bring a wing up at the top, to the left of the tail, and other wings.
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Add two pointed feet and claws to the bottom of the body…
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And then use a black pen to add two curved lines to the face, with marks at the bottom for the lashes.
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Use a gray pencil for the back top wing, and to thicken the back of the tail feathers.
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Use a pink pen for the beak and a spot of color on the cheeks.
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Add a small heart to the bottom of the body…
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And add a series of lines across this for a pattern.
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Use a green pen to add a curved line to the front of the beak, and add small leaves to either side.
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Use a dark green pen to add leaves to either side.
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Use a gray pen for the top wing…
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Use the brown pen to go over the feet to complete your dove.
And there we have it – a peaceful, tranquil dove, waiting to spread peace and love to the world.
