How To Draw Leo Messi Step By Step

So, you wanna draw Leo Messi? Excellent choice! Let's be honest, drawing is hard. But drawing the GOAT? Worth it.

Step 1: The Head (and Hair…Important)

Start with a circle. Don't worry if it's not perfect. Is Messi perfect? Okay, bad example. It’s a guideline!

Now, sculpt the jawline. Think... determined. Maybe a hint of "I'm about to score" smugness.

Hair time! This is crucial. Think short, slightly messy, iconic. It's not just hair; it's a national treasure. My unpopular opinion? His hair is as important as his left foot.

(Optional) The Beard

Beard or no beard? That is the question. Depending on the era of Messi you’re drawing, you might need some facial fuzz. Proceed with caution. A bad beard can ruin everything.

Step 2: Facial Features - The Eyes Have It

Eyes are key. Capture that laser focus. Think "unstoppable force meeting immovable object."

The nose is...a nose. Keep it simple. We're not aiming for photorealism here, folks. We're aiming for recognizability.

The mouth? A subtle hint of a smile. Like he knows something you don't. Which he probably does, because he's Lionel Messi.

Step 3: The Body - Torso Time!

Draw a rectangle. Boom. Torso. Artistic, right?

Add some arms. One probably pointing, about to receive a pass. The other ready to shield off defenders. We're going for action shots here.

Legs! Lean, mean, scoring machines. Again, keep it simple. We're not drawing a medical diagram.

Step 4: The Kit - Stripes, Stripes, Stripes!

Arguably the most recognizable football kit ever. Pick your team – Barcelona or Argentina! Blue and white or blue and red.

Stripes are a must. Get those lines right. Mess them up, and you risk drawing a generic footballer. This is Messi. There is nothing generic.

Don’t forget the number 10! It's not just a number; it's a statement. A legacy. A brand. It screams ***Messi***.

Step 5: The Details - Making it Messi

Here’s where the magic happens. Small details can elevate your drawing. Think specific facial expressions.

The determined brow. The focused gaze. The almost imperceptible smile. These are the things that make Messi, Messi.

Add shading. Make the kit pop. Give the hair some texture. You know the drill.

Step 6: The Background - Stadium or Street?

Do you want him on the pitch, mid-dribble? Or just chilling on the streets of Rosario?

The background can add context and tell a story. Get creative. Have fun!

I believe a simple green background works nicely. Lets the drawing speak for itself.

Step 7: Sign it!

You did it! You drew Lionel Messi (or at least, a reasonable facsimile). Now, sign your masterpiece!

Don’t be shy. You earned it. You braved the complexities of drawing arguably the greatest footballer of all time.

Remember, drawing is about practice and fun. So keep at it. And maybe, just maybe, you'll unlock your inner artist... or at least, draw a slightly better Messi next time.

“I start early and I stay late, day after day, year after year, it took me 17 years and 114 days to become an overnight success.” - Lionel Messi