How to Draw a Robot

Last Updated: November 2, 2022

Since there are a few different types of robots, figuring out how to draw one can seem difficult. However, the process is actually relatively simple. This wikiHow will show you how to draw several different types of robots.

Method 1

Method 1 of 4:

A Humanoid Robot

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Sketch the wireframe to represent the robot's figure and pose (each circle represents a joint).
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Use 3 dimensional shapes such as cylinders, box shapes and circles to sketch the body parts needed.

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3
Use your creativity to sketch robot features over the sketch to create your own design.
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Refine the sketch using a smaller tipped drawing tool to add more detail.
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Outline your sketch to finalize the artwork. before coloring.
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Erase and remove sketch lines to create clean outlined drawing.
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Add color.

Method 2

Method 2 of 4:

A Mechanical Robot

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Design a robot using different kinds of 3 dimensional shapes (different box shapes, cylinders, wedges, etc...).
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Sketch additional details and parts like joints, equipment and tools.
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Refine the sketch by using a smaller tipped drawing tool.
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Create outlines by drawing over the final sketch.
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Erase and remove the sketch lines to create a clean outlined drawing.
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Color your robot.

Method 3

Method 3 of 4:

Simple Robot

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Draw the head and the body. For the body, draw a simple box then draw a curved line on top of it for the head.
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Draw the limbs. Attach curved rectangles to the body for the limbs.
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On the head, draw 2 small circles for the robots eyes.
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Add design on your robot. For this illustration add smaller circles on the top and the bottom of the body as bolts.
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Draw lines on the hand and feet to add design on your robot. Add two curved rectangles on each of the robot's hands.
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Erase unnecessary lines.
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Color your drawing.

Method 4

Method 4 of 4:

A More Elaborate Robot

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Draw quick sketches of robots. By using silhouette drawing you can record your ideas and decide what robot you want to draw. It could be a four legged robot, based on an animal or a battle type robot or just a simple household robot.
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From your drawings, choose a design you like the most. You can also combine some elements present in your other designs.
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Draw your line art. Start with the basic shapes, make it simple and clear.
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Erase your silhouette drawing and add finer details, like the wires, cables, design on the head and chest, etc.
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Color your drawing.
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Finished.

Expert Q&A

Question

How do I create my own style of art?

Kathy Leader
Artist
Kathy Leader is an Artist and the Owner of The Art Process. With more than 36 years of art education experience, she specializes in providing mixed media art workshops for individuals and groups. In addition, she works with businesses and organizations to build morale, encourage creative problem solving, and find de-stressing tools. Kathy holds a BFA in Art Education from The University of Cape Town.

Kathy Leader

Artist

Expert Answer

The best way to do that is to experiment as much as possible! Try out new materials, colors, and compositions. Avoid trying to copy other artists, and after consistent practice for a few weeks, look at what you have done and mark the pieces that you intuitively resonate with.
Question

How can I draw an animal robot?

Community Answer

Start by drawing the animal standing up. Then put the lines on/around face with 'screw' circles to resemble the metal. Repeat the same steps across the whole body of the animal to make it appear as if they are made of metal. Finally, finish the details of the eyes and pelt.
Question

How do I make a working model?

Community Answer

That's a completely different field. Maybe check out information on electrical engineering, programming, and A.I.