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How to Draw Fescu, Step by Step

Fescu is a cluster of tall, curving stems, each topped with a little black orb, like seed heads in long grass. It grows out of an edge and adds movement to a tile.

Beginner4 stepsGood for edges, corners and plant-like accents

Step 1 of 4

From one edge, draw gently curving stems of different heights.

Watch it draw stroke by stroke, pause on any step, then try it yourself on paper.

Fescu step by step

Step 1
From one edge, draw gently curving stems of different heights.
Step 2
Draw a small orb at the tip of each stem.
Step 3
Fill the orbs with black.
Step 4
Draw a second line along one side of each stem to thicken it.

Practice it: print a sheet with these steps and four blank 3.5″ tiles.

Tips for a neat Fescu

Let the stems lean in different directions, like grass in the wind.
Vary the orb sizes slightly.
Thicken the stems on the same side each time for a consistent light direction.

Variations to try

Add small leaves (C-curves) along the stems.
Leave the orbs white with a dot inside.

How to Draw Fescu, Step by Step

Fescu step by step

Tips for a neat Fescu

Variations to try

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Fescu — practice sheet