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Feathers could be used as pens as well as decorations. Do you want to draw your own personal feather? Here are easy steps on how to draw one!

Method 1
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Drawing a Traditional Feather

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Draw an elongated oval.
    Draw a line bisecting the oval.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Sketch in details, like the thickness of the middle line and the vane as well.
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  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Outline your feather and erase guidelines.
  4. How.com.vn English: Step 4 Color it.
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Drawing a Cartoon Feather

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Draw an elongated oval tilted to the right.
    Draw a middle diagonal line from the tip of the oval to the base and extending a little outside the oval.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Draw feathery strokes or edgings to the oblong.
  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines.
  4. How.com.vn English: Step 4 Color to your liking!
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    What if it's hard to add the fluff?
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    For the fluff, you may need to use a different pencil. Make sure the pencil is really sharp, and use small motions.
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    How do I keep the drawing from looking too shaded?
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    Refrain from smudging the paper with your hands, and if that doesn't work, use an eraser to lightly erase any over-the-top shading.
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    How do I draw a twisted feather?
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    Try to look at images of ribbons and how they're twisted. Draw the basic shape of the feather as you would a ribbon, then add the actual feather.
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      To draw a feather, start by sketching a long oval with a line going lengthwise through the center. Next, sketch in the center quill and add details like each strand on the feather. Then, outline your drawing and erase the guidelines. Once you’re happy with your drawing, add some color to it, or sketch in shading to make it look more realistic. For tips on how to make a more cartoonish-looking feather, read on!

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