How to Draw Hot Rods
The term "hot rod" refers to any type of customized, classic American muscle car. This hobbyist culture became popular among the consumer market in the 1930s. Heavy modification of stock engines led amateurs to discover the thrill of high-speed racing for the first time. These hot rods have become quite the cultural icons over the years, as each vehicle reflects the owner's personal style and taste rather significantly. If you wish to draw a particular hot rod, you need to use a picture to assist you in accurately depicting this type of vehicle.
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Instructions
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Select a picture of a hot rod that best represents the image you have in mind for the drawing. This picture will help you sketch the outline and different features of the car in a realistic manner.
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Sketch the basic outline of the vehicle so it resembles the shape of the car in the picture. Take note of the hot rod's hood, roof and trunk, as these are defining factors in the layout of the vehicle. Use light pencil marks when sketching this outline, ensuring that you can easily erase any marks that are erratic.
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Add detail to the hot rod, paying close attention to the wheels, fender, doors and other exterior features. Move through each section of the car slowly, ensuring that you touch upon each detail.
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Compare the sketch of the hot rod with the picture you are using as a reference. Erase and fix any areas of the drawing that do not reflect the picture in a realistic manner.
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Outline each pencil mark with an ink pen. Drag the pen across each of the necessary marks very carefully, as you will not be able to fix any mistakes during this process. Let the ink dry for several minutes, then erase all remaining pencil marks.
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Shade the hot rod to create a three-dimensional appearance, giving the vehicle a more realistic look. Take note of the light source in the picture that illuminates certain areas of the vehicle while casting shadows in other areas. Use a pen or pencil to add shading to the necessary regions of the hot rod. Both utensils provide different shading effects.
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