Adding Scales to your Dinosaur

[Tyrannax]

I am thinking of adding scales to my Tyrannosaurus,so my question is:

What are the different scale (Scale as in the bumpy texture of reptiles) drawing technique options? I've seen dinotoyforum's "dot" technique which is really nice.

Thanks.

[[][][]cordylus[][][]]

I would suggest not doing scales. They will make the whole drawing eventually darker, and make details obscured.


I suggest adding many wrinkles, as they won't make the drawing all dark, and they look very good

[Meso-Cenozoic]

I would suggest adding some scales to the darker recesses. The areas of the body that curve out more would reflect more light and you wouldn't be able to see the scales very well anyway.

As far as how to do them, it would depend on how big you've drawn it. If it's not too big, then the scales wouldn't have much detail, and dots would suffice. If it's quite large, you may be able to add a little shape to them, like the shape of those on crocodilians.

Good luck! And remember, it's only a drawing. So, experiment away!!! The more you try different techniques, the bettter you'll find the one that works best for you. And, it will also help you find your own style!

[bolesey]

You can draw every scale, but I wouldn't recomend it. It takes huge amounts of patience, and tends to deaden the drawing. It's usually more effective to just lightly hint at them, and spend the time on more important stuff(proportions, perspective, anatomy). If you want a scaly look, try to pick out a few large or importantly placed scales.

[Tyrannax]

Alright guys, I'm convinced. No scales. ;D