How to Draw a Soccer Ball
Today, we will create a beautiful drawing of a classic soccer ball, step by step. In this simple lesson, you will learn how to draw a soccer ball.
In this simple lesson, you will learn how to draw a soccer ball. This tutorial is perfect for beginners as well as for those looking to improve their drawing skills. We will start with a simple circle and then add the recognizable pattern that gives the ball its unique look.
Soccer is more than just a sport—it is the most popular game in the world, bringing together millions of people across all continents. Today, over 4 billion people are passionate about soccer, and the famous FIFA World Cup attracts audiences from around the globe, becoming one of the most anticipated events every four years.
The soccer ball is the iconic symbol of the game, and its recognizable black-and-white pattern was introduced in the mid-20th century, thanks to television broadcasts. This design was created to make the ball more visible on TV screens, and it has since become a timeless classic associated with soccer.
In this lesson, we will draw the famous ball step by step—the same ball you’ve seen on the fields of world championships and in backyards everywhere. Our process will not only teach you how to draw a soccer ball but also help you better understand its structure. So, gather your materials—paper, a pencil, an eraser, and a compass if you want your circle to be perfect.
Now, let’s begin creating and dive into the world of art and soccer!
Time needed: 15 minutes
How to Draw a Soccer Ball Step by Step
- Prepare the Base
Start by drawing a neat circle. This will serve as the foundation of your soccer ball. To make the circle even, you can use a compass or trace around a round object. Ensure the circle line is thin and clean.
- Add the First Polygon
Draw the pentagon at the top part of the circle. This pentagon will be the starting point of the soccer ball’s pattern. Make sure its shape is accurate and positioned close to the center. For now, you can sketch it lightly with a pencil.
- Add Another Pentagon
Draw the second pentagon in a different part of the ball. Try to place it at an equal distance from the first pentagon. These shapes will eventually be filled in black to create the recognizable soccer ball pattern.
- Complete the Pentagon Pattern
Add more pentagons around the first two, ensuring they are evenly spaced and their corners align. This step will form the mosaic-like structure characteristic of a soccer ball.
- Connect the Lines
Connect the corners of all the pentagons with slightly curved lines. These lines will form the boundaries between the black and white sections. The drawing will start to look more complete and gain structure.
- Add Colors and Volume
Color the pattern, filling the pentagons with black, while leaving the white sections uncolored. Erase any construction lines or replace them with thin black outlines. To give the ball volume, add soft shadows along the edges of the white segments.
Final Details:
Make sure all the lines are sharp and the ball’s shape is smooth. Add light highlights to the surface to create the effect of shine. This will make the ball look more realistic and three-dimensional.
Congratulations, your soccer ball is complete!
You’ve done an excellent job following all the steps and paying attention to the details. Now you have a realistic drawing of a soccer ball that you can leave as it is, color in, or use for other creative projects. Remember, drawing is a process that requires practice, so don’t be afraid to experiment and try new approaches. Thank you for drawing with us, and see you in the next lessons!