how to draw the creation of adam hands step by step | pencil drawing, by Artoo Drawing on YouTube. 17 min 4 s.
- Video length
- 17 min 4 s
- Time to do it
- 45 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 10
What you need
Steps
Find a clear reference image of the two hands, especially the index fingers. Study the gap and the angles before you draw.
Lightly draw a loose outline box around each hand to set the size and position. Leave clear space between the two index fingers.
Sketch the wrist and palm as simple blocks, then mark the knuckles with small circles. Keep every line light.
Add the fingers as tapered tubes, using curved center lines. The reaching index finger should point across the open gap.
Refine the contours of the thumb, knuckles, fingernails and skin folds. Compare finger lengths and angles with the reference.
Erase the construction lines, then darken the main outlines with a 2B pencil. Use softer lines for rounded edges.
Shade in thin layers with light pressure. Build shadows under the fingers, around the knuckles and along the wrist.
Leave the top edges of the fingers lighter for highlights. Keep the background pale so both hands stand out.
Check the proportions by turning the paper or viewing it in a mirror. Adjust any finger that looks too long or too short.
Clean up smudges and sharpen the darkest contact points with a sharp pencil. Step back to check the whole drawing.
Tips and common mistakes
Use a reference photo at the same angle rather than drawing the hands from memory.
Keep your pencil sharp and shade in light layers so the paper does not become shiny.
Do not draw hard outlines around every finger; soft edges look more natural.
Check the gap between the index fingers often, because it is the focus of the pose.
Questions
Do I need drawing experience to try this?
No. The steps use simple shapes first and add detail later, so a beginner can follow them with patience.
Which pencils should I use?
An HB pencil works for the first sketch. Use a 2B pencil for darker outlines and shading, and keep both sharp.
How long does the drawing take?
Most beginners need about 45 to 60 minutes. Take more time on the fingers and the gap between them.
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