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How to draw an easter chick: a u shaped shell and paired wings
The large U shape first indicates the laying of half an egg.
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These 3 pictures show selected moments from the drawing. For every step in between and a guide on your canvas, get the full lesson in LittlePaper.
What you will learn
Practice this visual check: First seal the eggshell with a few large folded corners, and then arrange the wings on both sides of the round head.
Shapes and proportions
The large U shape first indicates the laying of half an egg. The top is sealed with a zigzag fold line, a semicircular fluffy head is connected to the back, wings are extended symmetrically on both sides, and a round eye and a diamond-shaped mouth are placed in the center.
A common mistake
If the shell is too densely serrated and the two wings are uneven, the outline of the chick will be obscured.
How to fix it
First seal the eggshell with a few large folded corners, and then arrange the wings on both sides of the round head.
These three images are key-stage previews: the starting shape, the completed outline, and a new crayon color study. Follow the complete drawing sequence in LittlePaper. On paper, leave room around the first shape for the parts added later.
A few things to start with
Paper, pencil or black drawing pen, eraser, and crayons or colored pencils for color matching for this lesson.
A little peek at the drawing
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Selected stages · The complete drawing sequence is in the app.
Shapes, character & color
A look at the drawing stages.
Try the shape tips below on paper. When you’re ready to draw along with each small step, continue in LittlePaper.
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Position the basic shape first
The large U shape first indicates the laying of half an egg. Observe the position of the starting shape on the paper, leaving space for subsequent outlines and additional components.
Position the basic shape first · Preview image 1 of 3 - 02Selected stage
Connect profiles and arrange parts
The top is sealed with a zigzag fold line, a semicircular fluffy head is connected to the back, wings are extended symmetrically on both sides, and a round eye and a diamond-shaped mouth are placed in the center. First seal the eggshell with a few large folded corners, and then arrange the wings on both sides of the round head.
Connect profiles and arrange parts · Preview image 2 of 3 - 03Selected stage
Select the color of the part to complete the crayon draft
The chicken head and wings are uniformly custard yellow, the mouth is orange, and the egg blue is pink. Apply the color first with light pressure, leaving the black outline, and then compare pairs of parts using the same color.
Select the color of the part to complete the crayon draft · Preview image 3 of 3
The next little step is yours
Like the idea?
Let’s make it together.
Open the “Easter Chick Drawing” drawing idea in LittlePaper for the complete sequence. Follow a guide, pause when you need, and add your own colors.
Download LittlePaper from the App Store, then open the drawing idea inside the app.
Every step, at your pace.
See the full drawing sequence. Pause, replay, and take another look whenever a shape needs practice.
A guide where you draw.
Trace on the canvas, then try your own lines with a finger or Apple Pencil on a compatible iPad.
Make it yours. Keep the making.
Add crayon color, replay your creation, and give your picture a home in a digital 3D book.
