How to Draw Fishhooks

Draw the catch of the day with this simple design.

If you're drawing an underwater fishing scene, the fishhook is often the centerpiece of the illustration. Don't let your illustration down by incorrectly drawing a fishhook. Complete your fishing scene with a realistic-looking fishhook with this simple design. After drawing the fishhook, you can add other details such as squirming bait or fish hungrily following the hook through the water.

Things You'll Need

• Paper
• Pencil

Instructions

1. Draw a straight, vertical line that curves upward at the bottom, similar to a J shape. This J shape will be the main body of the fishhook.

2. Draw a small circle at the top of the fishhook's body. This is the ring where fishermen attach the hook to the fishing line.

3. Draw a small triangular barb atop the curved end of the hook's body, or the tail of the J shape.

4. Draw in curvy fishing line, lightly pressing on the pencil to create the illusion of translucent fishing line.

5. Draw bait, such as a wriggling worm, on the fishhook, if desired.

References

• Dueys Drawings: Helpful Drawing Tips
• Shutter Stock: Fishhook