Drawing:9nrbw1r526g= Ganesh Ji: Worshipped widely in India, Ganesha, also spelled Ganesh ji and Ganapati, is the elephant-headed Hindu god. It can be fulfilling and even creative to draw Lord Ganesh, the beloved elephant-headed God. Ganesh, the remover of obstacles and the God of wisdom is a popular figure in Hindu culture. Ganesh is an ideal figure for all ages to create art with.
The purpose of this guide is to teach you how to make a Ganesh that is easy to make but looks nice. So whether you‘re a beginner or a seasoned veteran, this drawing exercise will free you up to create some of your best work while paying homage to a cultural symbol so steeped in tradition. Let’s get started grabbing your materials and get on this artistic journey together.
Materials Needed
- Paper
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Colored pencils or markers (optional)
Easy Drawing:9nrbw1r526g= Ganesh Ji
Draw the head shape, paying attention to swirling the trunk. Add the ears to each side. Don’t worry too much about making the ears symmetrical. Instead, make them both unique but similar. The ears will always be in movement and never both in the same exact position.
Facial Features: Add two small circles for the eyes, placing them just above the trunk. Draw a small ‘W’ shape for the mouth below the trunk.
Add a crown: Your crown can be tall, flat, simple, or extra detailed. Now, add the body, emphasizing a large tummy.
Arms: On each side of the body, sketch two elongated shapes for the arms. Ganesh typically has four arms, so add another pair, placing them slightly higher. Draw hands- one hold is up, palm facing giving blessings. The other palm holds a laddoo or sweet in its palm.
Details on Arms: In each hand, you can draw different symbols or objects, like a modak (sweet), a lotus, or a goad (Anusha). Just sketch simple shapes to represent these items.
Almost done! Draw legs in a folded sitting position, and add feet. Also, draw a shawl around the shoulder. Add details to the face.
Add Decorations: Draw a small crown or simple headdress on top of Ganesh’s head. You can add patterns to the body and arms to represent traditional clothing.
Last step: Add tiny details to the jewelry. You can switch to the thinnest pen and draw tiny circles to represent pearls. Add these tiny pearls to the jewelry, to the edges of his shawl and to the bottom of the crown—color Ganesh in shades of orange or pink for the body.
Tips
Take your time with each step. Don’t rush!
Use reference images if needed, but keep it simple.
Practice makes perfect, so don’t hesitate to draw multiple versions.
With these steps, you should have a lovely drawing of Lord Ganesh! Enjoy the process, and feel free to personalize your artwork.
Conclusion
Drawing Lord Ganesh is not just about the art; it’s an opportunity to engage with the rich symbolism and cultural heritage he represents. By following these steps, you’ll create a beautiful artwork that captures the essence of Ganesh. Following these steps, you’ll have beautiful artwork that depicts the spirit of Ganesh. Remember, no matter what, the most desirable part of this process is making it fun and letting your creativity flow easily. Whether you display your drawing or gift it to someone, it will convey the blessings of wisdom and prosperity that Lord Ganesh embodies.