Dogs have an internal structure that determines their external shape and, incidentally, is very close to that of other mammals—including humans. You can simplify the internal structure the following way:
Compared to humans, dogs seem to have the knees of their hind legs on backwards. In fact, they are exactly like ours, only the proportions are different. Also, what looks to us like knees are actually heels!
Drawing dogs is easier than it seems. First, you should observe them in order to identify the simple geometric shapes that make them up.
Carefully observe the form of the muzzle: Is the line that links it to the skull soft? Is the muzzle flat, concave, or convex? Long, fine or thick?
It is equally important to look at the ears. Are they far apart or close? Are they large, pointed, or shaggy? Are they situated on the top of the head or on the sides?
And the tail—what is it like? Is it short, long, shaggy, high, low or docked?
Now observe the dog’s back. Is it horizontal, sloped, concave or convex?
Practice drawing the dog’s expression. Examine it closely and compare it to that of a human. Is it sad? Is it angry? Does the dog seem intelligent or lazy?
When a dog walks, its front legs move inverse to the back legs, and the right legs move inverse to the left.
Beginning with simple shapes, it is easy to draw a dog from any point of view. Only after drawing the silhouette can you add the details.
When you draw the coat, follow the direction of the body shape. The result will only look better.
The more you draw dogs, the better you will get.
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