Start with a simple stick figure to set the pose and proportions
Draw a basic oval or circle for the head
Add a vertical line for the spine and a horizontal line for the shoulders
Sketch the torso using simple shapes like a rectangle or oval
Mark the hips with a simple shape below the torso
Add guidelines for the arms and legs
Draw the upper arms, forearms, thighs, and lower legs using basic shapes
Place the hands and feet at the ends of the limbs
Refine the head shape and add the jawline
Add facial guidelines for the eyes, nose, and mouth
Draw the eyes, eyebrows, nose, and mouth
Sketch the neck connecting the head to the torso
Refine the shoulders, chest, waist, and hips
Shape the arms and legs with smoother lines
Add the fingers and toes or simplified hand and foot shapes
Draw the hair and ears
Add clothing folds and details
Erase unnecessary guidelines
Clean up the final outlines
Add shading and highlights for depth
Review the proportions and adjust if needed