How to Draw a Realistic Viking Longship: Narrated Pencil Drawing Tutorial

Summary

In this week's video from Circuline Art School, Tom guides beginners through drawing a Viking longship with pencil. Starting with basic oval shapes, the tutorial progresses to include a dragon head, shields, and a mast with a sail. Emphasis is placed on sketching with soft, curved lines that can be refined later. The video encourages viewers to check their work for smoothness and accuracy before cleaning up with an eraser. For more drawing lessons and to stay updated with Tom's YouTube channel, visit Circuline Art School's website.

Takeaways

• 🛶 Start by sketching an oval to outline the basic shape of the Viking longship.
• 🔄 Draw a series of ovals within the first oval to establish the ship's structure.
• 🐉 Sketch a dragon head at the bow as a guideline, using soft, adjustable lines.
• 🚢 Add a stern post at the rear of the longship to complete the basic form.
• 🛡 Draw a sequence of shields along the ship's side, with each shield overlapping the next.
• 🎨 Add details to the bow and dragon head in a sketch-like manner, enhancing the ship's appearance.
• ⚓️ Draw the central mast and yard to support the sail of the Viking longship.
• 🌬️ Create a large sail using curved lines to depict the wind-filled canvas.
• ✏️ Clean up the drawing by erasing unnecessary guidelines and refining the lines.
• 🎨 Enhance the drawing with additional details and shading for depth and realism.

Q & A

What is the first step in drawing a Viking longship according to the video?

The first step in drawing a Viking longship is to sketch an oval as a guide for the basic shape of the longship.

How many ovals are drawn as part of the initial sketch for the Viking longship?

Three ovals are drawn as part of the initial sketch: one large oval for the overall shape, a smaller oval within it towards the left, and an even smaller one in the center.

What feature of the Viking longship is drawn at the bow on the right?

At the bow on the right, a dragon head is drawn as a guideline sketch using soft lines.

What does the stern of the Viking longship feature according to the tutorial?

The stern of the Viking longship features a stern post.

What shape is recommended for drawing the first shield on the side of the longship?

The first shield should be drawn taller than it is wide, as it represents a circle seen from an angle.

How should the shields be drawn behind the first one on the longship?

The shields behind the first one should be drawn in a series, overlapping each other.

What additional detail is suggested for the shields in the tutorial?

A central small circle could be added to each of the shields for additional detail.

What part of the longship should be detailed next after drawing the shields?

After drawing the shields, the details of the bow of the longship should be added, including a face to the dragon head at the bow.

What are the main components of the mast structure for the Viking longship?

The main components of the mast structure include the central mast, the yard that crosses the top of the mast, and the sail.

How is the sail of the Viking longship described in the tutorial?

The sail is described as large and catching the wind, drawn using curved lines.

What is the recommended approach to refine the drawing after establishing the basic shapes?

After establishing the basic shapes, it's recommended to check the drawing, clean up with an eraser, and ensure all lines work together to create the image of the Viking longship.

Where can viewers find more information about Circle Line Art School and its courses?

Viewers can find more information about Circle Line Art School and its online drawing courses for beginners by visiting circleinartschool.com.

How can viewers stay updated with the YouTube drawing tutorials from Circle Line Art School?

Viewers can stay updated with the YouTube drawing tutorials by subscribing to the Circle Line Art School's YouTube channel.

Outlines

00:00

🛶 'Drawing a Viking Longship'

This paragraph introduces a tutorial on drawing a Viking longship, aimed at beginners. The process starts with sketching an oval to represent the basic shape of the ship, followed by smaller ovals for detailing. A dragon head is drawn at the bow, and a stern post at the back. The tutorial emphasizes the use of curved, free-flowing lines. It then proceeds to adding shields along the side of the ship, suggesting a central small circle for each shield. Additional details are added to the bow, and a face to the dragon head. The central mast, yard, and sail are drawn, capturing the essence of a Viking ship. The tutorial advises checking the drawing for smoothness and accuracy before cleaning up with an eraser. It concludes with a prompt to visit the website for more information on drawing courses and to subscribe to the YouTube channel for tutorials.

06:46

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14:29

🖌️ 'Circulate Art School Promotion'

The final paragraph is a call to action, promoting the Circuline Art School and its online drawing courses for beginners. It invites viewers to visit the website for more information and to subscribe to the YouTube channel for regular drawing tutorial updates. The paragraph reiterates the invitation to engage with the art school's resources and community.

Keywords

💡Viking longship

A Viking longship is a type of historical ship designed and used by the Vikings for sea travel, warfare, exploration, and trade. It is characterized by its sleek, clinker-built design which allowed for speed and maneuverability. In the video, the process of drawing a Viking longship is the central theme, with the artist guiding viewers through the steps to create a detailed pencil drawing of this iconic vessel.

💡Sketch

A sketch is a rough, preliminary drawing that is used to explore and establish the composition or basic structure of an artwork. In the context of the video, sketching is the initial step in drawing the Viking longship, where the artist uses soft, curved lines to outline the basic shapes and elements of the ship without focusing on fine details.

💡Dragon head

The dragon head refers to the decorative figurehead often found at the bow of Viking longships, which was typically carved in the shape of a dragon or other mythical creature. This feature is mentioned in the script as a part of the longship's design that the artist includes in the sketch, adding a face to the dragon head to give it character.

💡Stern post

The stern post is the vertical structural member at the rear end of a ship, which can serve both as a decorative element and a practical part for attaching the rudder. In the video, the artist instructs viewers to draw the stern post as part of establishing the basic shape and structure of the Viking longship.

💡Shields

Shields are protective devices used in combat to absorb, deflect, or catch an incoming attack. In the context of the video, the artist demonstrates how to draw a series of overlapping shields along the side of the longship, which were historically used for both protection and as a display of clan affiliations.

💡Mast

The mast is a tall vertical spar on a sailing ship, designed to support the ship's sails. In the video, the artist guides viewers on how to draw the central mast of the Viking longship, which is an essential part of the ship's rigging and plays a crucial role in the ship's sailing capabilities.

💡Yard

A yard is a horizontal spar used to spread out the foot of a square sail, allowing it to catch the wind effectively. The script mentions drawing a yard that crosses the top of the mast, which is a key component in the rigging of the Viking longship and helps to support the sail.

💡Sail

A sail is a piece of fabric attached to a ship that uses wind to propel the vessel. The video describes the process of drawing a large sail that is catching the wind, emphasizing the dynamic nature of the longship under sail and its importance for the ship's function.

💡Guidelines

Guidelines are the initial lines or shapes that an artist uses to help construct a drawing accurately. They are often erased or adjusted as the drawing progresses. In the video, the artist uses guidelines such as ovals and curved lines to establish the proportions and shapes of the longship before refining the drawing.

💡Shading

Shading is the technique of using different tones and values to create the illusion of depth, form, and texture in a drawing. The script suggests that after establishing the basic shapes and details, the artist will add shading to give the drawing a more three-dimensional and realistic appearance.

💡Circulate Art School

Circulate Art School is mentioned in the script as the source of the tutorial and the place where viewers can learn more about drawing and enroll in online courses. It represents the educational aspect of the video, offering resources for those interested in improving their drawing skills.

Highlights

Introduction to drawing a Viking longship in a beginner-friendly pencil drawing tutorial.

Sketching an oval as a guide for the basic shape of the longship.

Adding a smaller oval inside the first for the ship's structure.

Drawing an even smaller oval in the center for further detailing.

Sketching a dragon head at the bow using soft, adjustable lines.

Adding the stern post to complete the basic shapes of the longship.

Ensuring all lines are curved and free-flowing for a natural look.

Drawing the first shield on the ship's side, taller than wide, to represent a circle from an angle.

Creating a series of overlapping shields behind the first one.

Adding details to the bow of the longship in a sketch-like manner.

Incorporating a face into the dragon head at the bow for character.

Drawing the central mast for the Viking longship.

Adding the yard that crosses the top of the mast to support the sail.

Drawing a large sail with curved lines to show it catching the wind.

Indicating the keel of the Viking longship with a few sketchy lines.

Cleaning up the drawing with an eraser to remove unnecessary guidelines.

Checking all lines to ensure they work together to create the longship's image.

Adding final details and shading to the drawing for depth and realism.

Invitation to learn more about Circle Line Art School's online drawing courses for beginners.

Encouragement to subscribe to the YouTube channel for more drawing tutorials.

Transcripts

hi Tom here with this week's circuline

art school video showing you one way to

draw a Viking long

ship in this pencil drawing for

beginners the first step is to sketch an

oval as a guide for the basic shape of

the long

ship next draw a smaller oval in the

first oval

towards the

left and

then draw another oval even smaller in

the

center next from the bow on the

right draw a dragon head just as a

guideline sketch using soft lines that

can be raised or improved on later on at

this stage all the lines are curved and

free

flowing and then at the stern of the

long ship draw the stern

post now we have the basic shapes for

the long ship check your lines for their

smoothness once you're ready

next draw the first shield on the side

of the long ship taller than it is wide

as it is a circle seen from an angle and

then draw a series of shields behind the

first

one which are

overlapping you could add a Central

small circle to each of the shields

too the next step is to add some details

to the bow of the long

ship just in a sketch-like

way now you could add a face to the

dragon head at the bow

when you're ready draw the central Mast

for the Viking long

ship and

then draw the yard that crosses the top

of the Mast and holds up the sail

next using curved

lines draw a large sail that is catching

the

wind once you have these basic shapes in

place it's a good idea to check your

drawing

next you could indicate the C at the

base of the Viking L ship just with a

few sketchy

lines at this stage it's time to clean

up your drawing with an

eraser erasing any of the guidelines

that you no longer

need and then check all the lines so

that the they are working together to

create the image of the Viking

longship and then you could add some

details to your drawing and then later

some

shading to learn more about Circle

andine art school I'm might online

drawing courses for beginners please

visit circut

school.com if you'd like to keep up to

date with my YouTube drawing tutorials

please subscribe to my YouTube channel

ccine out school thank you for watching

next up see the drawing develop with

some careful pencil shading

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