Raksha Bandhan, often called Rakhi, is a traditional Hindu festival celebrated in many parts of Nepal, India, and other countries with significant Hindu populations. “Raksha Bandhan” translates to “the bond of protection.” Learn to draw Raksha Bandhan using the easy steps shared in this article.
On Raksha Bandhan, sisters tie a Rakhi around their brothers’ wrists to show their love and prayers for their brothers’ well-being. In return, the brothers promise to protect their sisters throughout their lives. In the 12-step tutorial given below, you will draw Raksha Bandhan perfectly.
Art Materials & Equipment
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Pencil Color
- Eraser (Erase If Made Mistake)
- Sharpener (To Sharp Pencil)
- Compass (Alternative)
Steps To Draw Raksha Bandhan
You can find the short demo in the picture given below. The picture will provide you with a clear idea of today’s drawing. Follow the steps below to easily draw a Raksha Bandhan scene.
Step 1: Sketch The Arm
Start by drawing two vertical lines to form the basic structure of the arm. Then, at the bottom, add a rectangular shape to indicate where the sleeve will be.
Step 2: Draw The Fingers
Begin by sketching the index finger with an oval shape attached to the top of the palm, and then add the remaining fingers, excluding the thumb.
Step 3: Finish Sketching the Hand by Adding the Thumb
Draw a curved oval for the base of the thumb, making sure it sticks out a bit from the side of the palm. This will be the hand where the rakhi will be attached.
Step 4: Sketch The Right Hand
On the right side, sketch a smaller outline for the palm, making it wider at the bottom and narrower at the top. Then, draw the index finger slightly bent, as if it’s preparing to tie a rakhi.
Step 5: Add Thumb
Draw a curved oval shape on the side of the palm to create the thumb. Make sure it extends from the side and aligns naturally with the hand’s position as given in the picture.
Step 6: Draw The Left Side Hand Tying Rakhi
Following the same step to draw the right-hand index finger, position the index finger slightly bent, as if it’s preparing to tie the rakhi.
Step 7: Add the Thumb of The Left Hand
Draw a curved oval shape on the side of the left palm to create the thumb, as we placed it on the the right side of the hand.
Step 8: Position Fingers
Draw the middle finger next to the index finger by sketching a straight line, parallel to it. Ensure it aligns with the index finger’s base. Next, add the other two fingers (ring finger and little finger) for both hands, drawing them in a natural, slightly curved position. Adjust the lines to make the fingers look realistic and complete the drawing of the hand tying the rakhi.
Step 9: Add Bangles to Right Hand
Sketch several curved lines around the wrist of the right hand to represent bangles. Make sure the lines are evenly spaced and follow the curve of the wrist to create a natural, layered look.
Step 10: Add Bangles to Left Hand
Following the same steps while drawing bangles with the right hand, add two bangles on the left hand. It will complete the look of the sister’s hand.
Step 11: Sketch The Outline of Rakhi
Begin by drawing a central shape on the wrist to represent the base of the rakhi. Add another circle around it, and then include patterns within the circles.
Step 12: Complete With The Details of Rakhi
Add the rakhi’s rope, drawing it as it wraps around the wrist. Include extra decorative patterns, beads, and a small triangle on the rakhi to give it a finished appearance. Make sure these details complement the central shape and overall design of the rakhi.
This will finally complete our drawing process. Before moving on to coloring, erase any unnecessary lines and tidy up the drawing to make it clean.
Coloring The Raksha Bandhan
Adding color to the Raksha Bandhan drawing will give our sketch a beautiful finishing touch. We have used pencil color for the coloring process, you can use any of your preferences. Let’s move to the process.
We’ve chosen blue for the brother’s sleeves. Skin/Cream color has been applied to both hands. The plan for the sister has been colored pink, and the bangles are highlighted yellow. The rope of the rakhi is also yellow, and the design features a combination of green, red, and yellow, adding vibrant detail to the overall design.
Color Details:
- Blue
- Cream
- Pink
- Green
- Red
- Yellow
With this final step, the coloring process is now complete. We hope you enjoyed the experience of both drawing and colouring.
Our Artwork Is Ready
Finally, we have carefully completed every step to draw Raksha Bandhan. We hope you find the tutorial easy and fun to follow. It’s been a creative journey, and we hope you had as much fun following the steps as we did sharing them with you.
If you found this tutorial easy and helpful, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Feel free to share your artwork with us as well!
