Start with basic shapes for the head, body, and limbs
Draw a simple circle or oval for the head
Add guide lines for the face and body proportions
Sketch the eyes large and expressive
Draw a small nose and simple mouth
Shape the hair with clean, bold outlines
Outline the neck, shoulders, torso, arms, and legs
Keep the hands and feet simple at first
Refine the character’s pose and silhouette
Add clothing folds and accessory details
Clean up the sketch by erasing extra lines
Ink the final lines with smooth strokes
Add flat colors first
Shade the drawing to create depth
Practice different anime styles and expressions