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This article was co-authored by Mark Weiser. Mark Weiser is an Artist and Gallery Manager for DKW Art Gallery based in Marion, Iowa. He and his wife Deb manage the gallery, which boasts a variety of art, including paintings, ceramics, and photography. The gallery also provides art classes for the community, hosts shows, and runs events that build awareness of regional artists of all ages. Mark has also owned and operated art galleries in Florida and Georgia. He creates carved slate and wood pieces inspired by Irish and Celtic art, featuring the Gaelic language done in the ancient Ogham alphabet. Some of Mark's previous clients include CNN, Pinnacle Bank, and Collins Aerospace. He received a BS in Business Administration with minors in Education and Psychology from Emporia State University.
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This is an easy step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a grenade.
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![Step 1 Draw the basic shape of the grenade (an oval).]()
Draw the basic shape of the grenade (an oval). You can also use a circle or other shapes to make your grenade look unique. -
![Step 2 Add 5 diagonal curve lines to act as guidelines.]()
Add 5 diagonal curve lines to act as guidelines. Make sure that there is enough space in the top of the oval for the pin later.Advertisement -
![Step 3 Add 4 vertical curve lines to act as another guideline.]()
Add 4 vertical curve lines to act as another guideline. -
![Step 4 Add a square or a rectangle shape at the top of the oval.]()
Add a square or a rectangle shape at the top of the oval. -
![Step 5 Add another rectangle on the top and a triangle pointing downwards.]()
Add another rectangle on the top and a triangle pointing downwards. -
![Step 6 Add a circle that will serve as the pin of the grenade.]()
Add a circle that will serve as the pin of the grenade. -
![Step 7 Follow the guidelines and add the details.]()
Follow the guidelines and add the details. If preferred, ink in your work. Note that the grenade has several curve parts in the side. -
![Step 8 Erase the stray pencil marks and the unwanted lines.]()
Erase the stray pencil marks and the unwanted lines. -
![Step 9 Color your work.]()
Color your work. -
![Step 10 Don't forget that a grenade is made up of metal.]()
Don't forget that a grenade is made up of metal. Make it more realistic by adding highlights and shadows.
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow do I draw a realistic human with a shadow and proper details like eyebrows and hair?
Community AnswerStart with light strokes of pencil and keep adding detail as you go. If you take your time with it you can add more and more detail. Try looking at a picture of an actual human to give you a reference. -
QuestionHow do I make it more eye-catching?
Community AnswerLook up a picture of a real grenade and see what to change to make it more realistic. For example, on a real grenade, the little green squares are more defined, pop out more, and have space between each of them.
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