Fantasy · A drawing idea for little artists
How to draw dragon claws: a spread palm and curved talons
Two gently curved lines first determine the width and direction of the wrist.
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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 assign the starting point of each finger on the palm, and then let the hook continue in the direction of the fingertip.
Shapes and proportions
Two gently curved lines first determine the width and direction of the wrist. The end of the wrist is divided outward into four claws, each fingertip is connected to a small curved hook, and short arc scales are scattered on the palm surface.
A common mistake
The four finger claws are squeezed at the same point, and the nails are often drawn into small disconnected triangles.
How to fix it
First assign the starting point of each finger on the palm, and then let the hook continue in the direction of the fingertip.
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.
- 01Selected stage
Position the basic shape first
Two gently curved lines first determine the width and direction of the wrist. 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 end of the wrist is divided outward into four claws, each fingertip is connected to a small curved hook, and the palm surface is scattered with short arc scales. First distribute the starting point of each finger on the palm, and then let the hook continue in the direction of the fingertip.
Connect profiles and arrange parts · Preview image 2 of 3 - 03Selected stage
Select the color of the part to complete the crayon draft
The palms of the wrist and the roots of the four finger claws are uniformly green, and the four claws are uniformly golden; the outer body of the main body is transparent. 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 “How to Draw Dragon Claws” 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.
