How to draw children skiing
This is another drawing lesson from the series “ Winter fun children."
Consider walking or skiing. . And now here’s the topic - we don’t need CHILDREN’s fun and champions racing at record speeds yet. The idea is to convey the specific features of children's figures and the fact that children are still far from skiing so skillfully, they are good if they move at all. Now at our school, physical education lessons are held at the school stadium, and while teaching classes, I sometimes look out the window - the guys are running on the ski track at their best. Some have already mastered skating, some are walking along the paved ski track, and some are still barely moving their legs and are tensely making sure that the poles do not get tangled in their feet. My legs are moving apart...Oh! So I fell into a snowdrift and was glad to have the opportunity to lie around.
Okay, but we're going to draw. How do children usually draw skiers? If frontal view, how to show skis? Elementary - they depict the skis vertically and place the skier as if on stilts. But in fact, we see the skis from a very shortened perspective. Here's an option:
First, let's outline the diagrams of the figures in order to understand the movement itself and maintain balance. Now we draw the young skiers themselves:
In this picture I would like to draw your attention to the proportions of the figures - children have large heads, relatively short bodies, legs and arms are also short. These guys are dressed in tight trousers and very loose jackets - a fairly common option, so keep in mind that at first the child walks slowly and dress him warmly, there's no point in portraying children in tights.
Here is another very reliable picture of a boy skiing and turned in profile to the viewer:
The approach to drawing is the same - first we draw up a diagram of the figure, and after making sure that the proportions are met, you can draw the skier himself and move on to the details. By the way, here is another feature of this method of movement - the legs walk, but the arms are carried forward BOTH TOGETHER, and not so that one is forward, the other is behind the back, as we often see in children’s drawings.
I will note that the boy’s sticks are very long, as it should be - up to the shoulder, so his hands with the sticks are not lowered, but rather raised.
And finally, let’s admire the public skating.
Yesterday we took up the topic of figuring out how to depict a rifle shooter and touched on the topic of depicting cross-country skiing. Today's topic is entirely dedicated to cross-country skiing. Consider a picture where two biathletes are depicted approaching the viewer. How to understand that these are biathletes? Of course, with the rifle strapped to his back. At the same time, take a closer look at the rest of the sports equipment - how does the length of the parts of sports equipment correlate with a person’s height? Ski poles are long, skis are short! In general, both are approximately the same length, approximately corresponding to the height of the skier. Let us clarify that in each individual case, skis and poles are chosen individually. I just want to warn children against the temptation to depict, as often happens, sticks the length of an arm, if not less, and skis twice the height of a man. Next: the way our skiers move is called skating.
I myself used to like to walk like this - the skating track is wide and without ruts, and when skating, the legs are placed not parallel, but in a “herringbone” pattern, as when walking on skates, hence the name. So the skis seem to be moving apart - this is very clearly visible in the photograph and in our drawing. When we look at a skier from the front, of course, we understand that the angle hides part of the length of the ski. Picture it that way. As for the poles, as you can see, they are not parallel to each other, but, like skis, diverge towards the ground, and besides, the skier holds them differently at each individual moment. Now pay attention to the figures of the biathletes themselves. The legs are almost straight, but not quite (the leg bends a little when skidding), the body is long and wide, the shoulders are wide, the head is tilted. How does such a skier differ from a person walking normally? I don't know how best to explain this, but understand that the skier walks with his whole body. The pedestrian walks with his feet; he can, of course, swing his arms and move his shoulders, but this is not necessary. The skier, understand and imagine, relies on his hands (ultimately on poles), his whole body is constantly turning, he is all involved in movement and therefore dynamic. Only when you understand this and can show it will your picture become believable!
Here is another example of skiers drawn in stages:
The figures were schematically marked.
We draw the body structure of athletes.
In general, the drawing is completed. All that's left is to add some details and color.
This is where I finish today’s lesson, but tomorrow we will continue the topic of “drawing a skier”.
And they looked at how to portray a skier. But you can’t cover everything in one article. Today it’s the turn of ordinary skiers, and the key question is How to draw a skier from the side.
Look at this picture - the athletes are depicted from the side, which allows us to see both their equipment and their poses properly.
Skier figure diagram
In fact, today, on flat terrain, and even more so on an uphill slope, skiers always move in a skating motion, that is, rearranging their skis in a herringbone pattern. The shifted skis in our image suggest that the athletes are descending from a hill. As far as I remember, it is impossible to go down from a hill with a skate: driven by inertia, the skis will move in different directions and the skier will fall. So they descend the mountain in the classic way, placing their skis parallel, as we see.
And here is the final version:
Let's look at another picture. Here the skiers are also depicted from the side and in a variety of poses. But they also go down the mountain.
A skier, having grouped himself, kills two birds with one stone: he reduces the resistance of the environment and maintains balance. Look, your hands are lowered and almost pressed down. If our athlete tries to stretch his arm to the side, his balance will be disrupted at that very moment; if this gesture does not drop him, then in any case it will slow him down, which seems to have happened to the skier furthest from us. Unable to maintain his balance, he jumped up, and probably lost speed and will now fall behind. The sticks, as you see, are in in this case play minor role and hold them parallel to the sides, also for balance.
To summarize: skiers descend with their legs, ski poles, parallel, and their body tilted and compactly grouped. Remember that athletes are athletes, of course, they must have an appropriate physique, that is, athletic. Their legs, although bent, are long, their arms are long, their chest is developed, their face, partially covered by a cap, does not need to be drawn in detail. Remember these simple tips, and you will be able to fully convey the spirit of competition.
I told you how to draw a profile skier going down the mountain
Read more on the topic of how to draw an athlete.
And readers ask us to continue the sports theme. A lesson on how to draw a skier was ordered by our reader Kirill Morozov. Usually I rarely write the first and last name of the person who ordered, but the type of sport and last name too, it turned out symbolically. If you also want to get on DayFan’s page, write me yours, and perhaps your name will appear in one of our lessons. For example, I chose one simple picture of a skier, here it is: But before that, according to tradition, I must express everything I think about this sport, and about sports in general. A skier is a person (or any other creature) who uses skis as a means of gliding along a surface. The technology of this business at first glance seems as simple as two sticks, but in reality it is not only a means of transportation, but also a brilliant invention. Perhaps even more ingenious are the wheels. Here's what you can do on skis:
- Do biathlon (ski racing at the same time as shooting);
- Perform acrobatic feints in freestyle style;
- Jump from a springboard;
- Even walking on water or snow;
And note that in any of these types of activities a person risks falling and breaking an arm or leg, not only for himself, but also for his comrades, drowning, shooting himself, or getting caught in an avalanche. However, this is one of the most expensive sports and is included in the Olympic Games program. People love to break their heads and other limbs.
How to draw a skier with a pencil step by step
Step one. Let us depict the figure of a man standing in the pose of a skier. This is not difficult to do, just repeat as in the picture below. 
Step two. We draw the structural parts of a person - clothes, helmet, boots and ski accessories. 
Step three. Add shading. 
Step four. And let's add a little more beauty. Here it is ready: 
Want to portray other athletes? Try it.
Skis are universal sports equipment. They practice biathlon and ski jumping. There are and there are water ones. Many people think that they are very easy to ride. In fact, no matter what skiing you choose, there is always a risk of falling and injuring your limbs. Skiing is very popular and is included in the program Olympic Games. Today we’ll figure out how to draw a skier with a pencil step by step.
For children
In order to depict a person, it is better to start by drawing the head. Next we draw a skier whose arms are bent. Draw the torso. Then the legs. After that, we finish drawing the poles and skis. This very simple method of drawing is suitable even for a child starting his artistic creativity.
From the mountain
Now let's see how to draw a skier with a pencil step by step, moving down the mountain. Portraying such an athlete is a little more difficult. First, consider a photo of a skier on the descent. Notice that he leans forward and sideways. Before you start drawing a figure, you should outline the angle of inclination. In this case, the bottom line should be parallel to the slope of the descent. The greater the descent, the sharper the angle of inclination. Mark the point where the legs join. It should divide the figure into equal parts. The elbow point should be level with the skier's waist. After all the auxiliary constructions are ready, you can start drawing the head. Next you need to draw the upper part of the body. After this, mark the athlete’s bent arms. When depicting the legs of a skier, it should be taken into account that one limb should be slightly bent, and the second will be located at a right angle to it. In front of the eyes of the hero of our picture, you need to draw a special mask. All that remains is to display the skis and poles.
Springboard
Next, let's look at how to draw a skier with a pencil step by step, who performs a jump from a springboard. Take a good look at the person's posture. During a jump, the athlete squats. The upper body leans forward. Legs and skis are parallel. Just like in the previous drawings, you should start from the head. Don't forget your ski mask. Since the athlete’s arms are extended, their length should be shortened. We draw sticks at a slight angle. Sometimes they can be located parallel to the skis. The rounded back is depicted at an angle of 45 degrees. The hip line is about 60 degrees. The lower part of the legs is located at the same angle. Next you need to draw the skis. They will have a slight slope. After the drawing is completed, you can take on Coloring the skier's cap blue, like skis. If your athlete is a beginner, then it is better for him to draw boots. Low shoes are more suitable for a professional. They can be painted red. The tracksuit jacket can also be red. The pants are blue. You can color your drawing in other colors. At your request. Remember that the skier should not be dressed too warmly. This makes movement difficult.
Side view
Now let's see how to draw a skier with a pencil from the side. You should start with a sketch. An oval of the head is drawn. Next are the sticks, which will later become the body, legs and arms. Since the limbs will be bent, the lines should be drawn as broken lines. Once the stick skeleton is outlined, you can proceed straight to the clothes. Draw warm pants, a jacket, a hat, and boots. Don't forget the scarf and mittens. To avoid drawing eyes, you can draw a mask. We finish drawing the skis and poles. Also add the ski track on which the athlete is riding. The drawing can be colored with paints.
Drawing skills
So, in this article you learned how to draw a skier with a pencil step by step. Of course, to portray a person requires certain skills and knowledge. But this can be learned quickly. How to draw a skier in motion? You need to understand the structure of the skeleton and the dynamics of movements. Parts that are close should be drawn larger, and distant parts should be drawn smaller. You also need to use perspective to make the body look three-dimensional. Without this, the drawing may turn out flat. Movements should be natural. If you have difficulty drawing any part of the body, try standing in the position you want and look in the mirror. This will make it easier to navigate.
First, try to draw a person standing with his arms extended along his body. Of course, it is extremely difficult to depict an athlete in motion. But if you really want to, but you are not familiar with anatomy, try watching people. Use soft pencil, so that you can easily erase unsuccessful strokes. To make work easier, use anchor points. Try to determine the ratio of body parts. Find Draw a person in relation to her, since she does not change. When moving, the fulcrum is transferred. When you need to draw a moving person, you need to correctly depict the turns of the body. You shouldn’t immediately draw the details exactly.
