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Maybe you'd like to create a Chinese dragon drawing?

Chinese and other Asian dragons are different from European dragons. The two types have some things in common. They are both depicted as reptiles and have scales. Chinese dragon drawing tends to be more serpent-like than European ones, however. They have long snake-like bodies, though they walk on legs. Unlike European versions, most Chinese dragons do not have wings. Chinese legends told that these beasts were very powerful, and could control the weather. As a result, dragon art was used as a symbol of power.

You might also like to design your own dragon tattoo that no one else has!

Dragon tattoos have long been popular, and are getting more attention thanks to a new series of books and movies. Swedish author Stieg Larsson wrote a book that was translated into English as "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo." The best-selling book is the beginning of a trilogy that is being adapted into movies. Most tattoo artists can ink a dragon image, but if you learn how to draw a dragon you can create your own unique design no one else will have!

Once you learn the basics, you can use these steps to draw cartoon dragons.

When you've mastered drawing dragon bodies and features, you can use them to create artwork inspired by favorite animated movies or television shows, or to come up with cartoon monsters that are completely original. In addition to "The Hobbit," these fire-breathers have appeared in such cartoons as "How to Train Your Dragon" and the classic "Pete’s Dragon." You can also use an Asian-style approach if you would like to learn how to draw "Dragon Ball Z" artwork and create a cartoon version of a more snake-like creature.

What kind of dragon would you like to draw?

From ancient legends to modern fantasy stories, the variety of these monsters is endless. In addition to Chinese dragons, for example, Asian varieties also include Japanese dragons, Indian dragons and more, each with their own distinctive features. More recently, the creators of the "Dungeons and Dragons" game came up with their own different versions – blue dragons, red dragons, black dragons and more. Each version had its own powers and look. You can use any of these creatures as your subject, or you can create something entirely your own! ~ by David Hitt

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If you've ever wanted to learn how to draw dragons, here is how you can do it!

With their huge reptilian bodies, fearsome heads and sharp claws, dragons have long been symbols of power and magic. With these easy steps and a little practice, you can learn how to draw a dragon and capture that power and magic yourself!

The first step in drawing mythical dragons is to learn the basics.

There are many different types of these monsters, and you can capture that variety when you are drawing dragons.

Many people are familiar with the traditional European version of the mythical beast. To draw this version, you'll need to learn how to draw dragon wings, heads and bodies. You'll see these creatures in many movies, including J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" and "Reign of Fire." - Continued in the Rigth Column

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Draw a Chinese Dragon
	Chinese Dragon Drawing CHINESE DRAGON! Drawing! Easy Chinese dragon drawings for kids step by step. Learn How to Draw a Dragon Step by Step. Paint your Dragon to a be a Green Dragon Drawing or Red Dragon Drawing or other. You don't have to a kid to love drawing Dragons! Smart Art Institute Online Lesson CC202 - Categories: Cartoon, Animation School, Graphic Design School, Kids Art Classes, Academy of Art University Prep., Graphic Design Colleges Prep., How to Draw Cool Cartoons
Draw a Dragon	Drawing Art Lesson by Artist Don Howard
	How to Draw a Dragon DRAW CARTOON DRAGON! How to Draw A Dragon! Learn How to Draw a Dragon for Kids. Draw a fierce and funny fire breathing dragons step by step. Amaze your friends with your ability to draw this medieval monster. Smart Art Institute Online Lesson DH101 - Categories: Cartoon, Animation School, Graphic Design School, Kids Art Classes, Academy of Art University Prep., Graphic Design Colleges Prep., How to Draw Cool Cartoons
Dragon for Kids	Drawing Art Lesson by Artist Michael Thoenes
	How to Draw a Dragon For Kids A CUTE DRAGON! How to Draw A Dragon! Learn How to Draw a Dragon for Kids. Draw a fierce and funny fire breathing dragons step by step. Amaze your friends with your ability to draw this medieval monster. Smart Art Institute Online Lesson MT153 - Categories: Cartoon, Animation School, Graphic Design School, Kids Art Classes, Academy of Art University Prep., Graphic Design Colleges Prep., How to Draw Cool Cartoons
Dragon Sititng	Drawing Art Lesson by Artist Michael Thoenes
	How to Draw a Dragon Sitting A DIFFICULT DRAGON TO DRAW! This not an easy dragon to draw. But with the steps you can draw this dragon I challenge you to draw and color this dragon and submit it to the art gallery. you can do it. Smart Art Institute Online Lesson MT152 - Categories: Cartoon, Animation School, Graphic Design School, Kids Art Classes, Academy of Art University Prep., Graphic Design Colleges Prep., How to Draw Cool Cartoons
Dragon Lizard	Drawing Art Lesson by Artist Michael Thoenes
	How to Draw a Dragon Lizard FIERCE! WATCH OUT! Draw a Dragon Step by Step. This fire breathing dragon is an advanced drawing lesson of a Chinese dragon styled creature with the body of lizard. Draw dragon's fire blazing from his mouth. With strong legs and sharp claws, this dragon is covered with scales and spikes. He is ready to do battle to protect his lair. Smart Art Institute Online Lesson MT154 - Categories: Cartoon, Animation School, Graphic Design School, Kids Art Classes, Academy of Art University Prep., Graphic Design Colleges Prep., How to Draw Cool Cartoons

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