How to Draw Benjamin Franklin

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This article explains how to draw Benjamin Franklin as he appears on the US $100 bill.

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  1. Step 1 Draw an oval for his head.Then, underneath the oval, draw a diagonal line.
    The diagonal line will give you a picture of how the shoulders will look.
  2. Step 2 Draw a cross on the oval.
    This will help you draw the face in symmetrically and it will also help you have an easier time with the facial features. Then, add a vertical guideline at the bottom of the image and add a line on either side of the head to help you draw his hair.
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  3. Step 3 Draw two lines to help shape the torso.
    Add half circles for eyes and begin to add definition to the chin.
  4. Step 4 Add detail to the eyes and begin to shape the nose.
    Draw more lines to mark his hair.
  5. Step 5 Add eyebrows and a mouth and begin filling in his hair.
    After you are done filling in his ear, add the buttons to his shirt.
  6. 6
    Erase the guidelines. The guidelines are only for posing Benjamin Franklin's position and if you leave it on, you will have pencil marks after your finished project,
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Draw Benjamin Franklin Step 7
  1. Step 1 Colour the drawing.
    While colouring the drawing, be sure to add highlights and shades to make him appear more realistic!

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Things You'll Need

  • Paper
  • Pencil
  • Eraser
  • Markers

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Updated: March 11, 2025
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