Use the super easy step-by-step instructions below to learn how to draw Saitama from One Punch Man. Follow along with the video, or use the images in this article. By the end of this tutorial, even beginners will have a completed drawing of Saitama!

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Materials You’ll Need

Before starting, gather these basic drawing supplies:

• Pencil (an HB lead pencil is best for light sketches)
• Eraser
• Black ink pen or marker
• Drawing paper
• Colored pencils or markers

Sketch Guidelines

Building a solid initial sketch is key to getting your character's proportions right. Draw these simple shapes first before adding the details on Saitama.

Step 1: Draw Basic Shapes

• Draw the Head Circle: First draw a circle. Sketch a vertical line to set the height of the circle. Then add a horizontal line across the middle to make a plus sign. Connect the edges with curved lines lightly to form the circle.
• Shape the Jawline: Extend the vertical line downward. Connect the bottom of this line to the sides of the circle with angled lines. Create the narrow chin by angling the lines down toward the bottom.
• Position the Ears: Sketch simple curved lines on the sides of the head below the horizontal guideline to serve as ear placeholders.
• Structure the Neck and Shoulders: Drop two short, vertical lines down from the jaw for the neck. Sketch in long, downward-sloping lines outward from the neck for the shoulders.

Step 2: Begin Adding Details

• Create the Eyes: Draw short, curved lines resting directly on the bottom edge of the initial circle for the upper eyelids. Add small half-circles tucked beneath them for the irises. Leave a slight gap at the bottom of the eyes.
• Add Eyebrows and Furrows: Sketch long, thin, pointy shapes that follow the curve of the initial circle. Shade them in, then add short vertical lines between the brows for a determined look.

Step 3: Draw the Nose, Mouth, and Ears

• Define the Nose and Mouth: Draw a small "V" shape for the nose halfway between the eyes and the chin. Add a short vertical line for the bridge. Centered underneath, sketch a narrow horizontal line for the mouth, with a tiny stroke below it for the lower lip.
• Detail the Ears: Darken the initial ear guides and sketch overlapping curved lines inside for the inner ear structure.
• Finalize the Head Shape: Flatten the sides of the head slightly so they are less round than the guide circle. Finalize the jaw and chin with darker pencil marks. Add a tiny vertical indentation on the upper left side of the forehead.

Step 4: Add His Clothing

• Outline the Cape: Sketch wide, U-shaped curves underneath the shoulder lines.
• Add Folds and Fasteners: Add overlapping curved lines along the top for the fabric's folds, and draw a sweeping line on the left for the main fold of the cape. At the top of each shoulder, sketch large circular buttons.

Step 5: Finalize the Clothing

• Draw the Collar: Draw a long, curved line below the neck for the collar border, adding two short lines above it for the collarbones.
• Add the Zipper: Draw a small triangle at the top center of the collar for the base, a small circle for the pull tab, and a vertical series of tiny rectangles down the chest for the zipper teeth.

The Finishing Touches

Now it's time to add the final details and bring Saitama to life with color!

• Ink the Drawing: Trace over your final pencil lines slowly with a black fine-liner pen. Wait for the ink to dry completely, and then gently erase all remaining pencil guidelines.

• Color Your Drawing: Using yellow for the suit, gray for highlights, and flesh tones on the face, make sure to add some darker areas where shadows fall to give the drawing depth.

Final Tips for Drawing Cartoon Characters

Improving your drawing skills takes practice and patience. Keep these techniques in mind:

• Sketch lightly before committing to final lines so mistakes are easy to erase.
• Use construction shapes to maintain correct proportions across the head and body.

With consistent practice, drawing characters like Saitama from One Punch Man becomes much easier and enjoyable!

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