Learn how to draw Domo-kun with the following simple step to step tutorial.
- Step 1: Draw the outline.
- Step 2: Draw two guide lines to make the half point.
- Step 3: Draw a circle for each eye, try to find the right place to draw them.
- Step 4: Next, draw a white circle highlight in each eye. Then draw a rectangle with rounded corners.
A producer from Japan’s Studio Ghibli is offering an online tutorial on how to draw the lovable mascot of Japan’s most famous animation studio. Toshio Suzuki’s brief lesson includes:
- First painting the outline of the rotund character, which resembles something between a cat, an owl and a raccoon.
- Using an ink brush, he advises that “the most important” element of illustrating the creature is to draw its rounded eyes set far apart.
Toshio Suzuki contributed the video to a website intended to support children stuck at home during the coronavirus outbreak. "Everyone, please draw pictures,” Suzuki says.
In this video, learn how to draw and paint Miraitowa and Someity, the mascots of the Tokyo 2020(2021) Olympics and Paralympics.
- Miraitowa: The Olympic mascot whose name means future and eternity in Japanese. It promotes hope.
- Someity: The Paralympic mascot echoes "so mighty" and is named after a cherry blossom to represent strength.
Elementary students chose the winning mascot designs, embodying the Olympic spirit and culture.