Anime characters often follow a specific "head-to-body" ratio. For a standard teen character, the body is usually . The Head: Start with a circle and add a pointed chin.

Draw a stick figure or use simple cylinders and ovals to represent the torso and limbs.

Decide if the light is coming from the top-left or right.

Always use light pencil marks for a vertical centerline (to keep features symmetrical) and horizontal lines (for eye and mouth placement). 2. Focus on "Big Shapes" First

These are the most expressive part. They are usually placed halfway down the face, often large and spaced one "eye-width" apart.