Start with simple shapes for the head, body, arms, and legs
Sketch the character’s basic pose first
Add the face placement with guide lines
Draw the eyes, mouth, and other facial features
Add the character’s signature hairstyle or head shape
Outline the clothing and accessories
Refine the hands, feet, and body proportions
Clean up the sketch by erasing extra lines
Ink the final lines with a pen or marker
Add flat colors based on the character’s design
Shade lightly to give depth
Compare your drawing with the original character design
Practice different characters one at a time