How to Draw an & (Ampersand): 6 Steps

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How to Draw an & (Ampersand): 6 Steps
How to Draw an & (Ampersand): 6 Steps
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The & o 'ampersand' is known to be a difficult symbol to draw. Here are some useful tips.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: & Simple

Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 1
Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 1

Step 1. Draw an oblique line facing the upper left corner of the paper

Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 2
Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 2

Step 2. Look at the image and add a curved line

It will have to form an inverted drop at the top of the oblique line.

Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 3
Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 3

Step 3. Extend the curved line down to form a semicircle

Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 4
Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 4

Step 4. Perfect your drawing and keep practicing

Method 2 of 2: An Easier Method

This writing method is much simpler and more commonly accepted. It also reveals the origins of the & symbol, deriving from the Latin word "et".

Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 5
Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 5

Step 1. Draw an "E"

Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 6
Draw an & (Ampersand) Step 6

Step 2. Intersect it

Advice

  • Make sure the ends of the & intersect.
  • Ampersand resembles a backward cursive 'S'.

Warnings

  • In step 3, extend the semicircle beyond the oblique line to get a perfect &.
  • The ampersand is very similar to an 8 (eight).
  • At the first attempts you will have some difficulties, do not give up.

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