Unleash Your Inner Bobby Orr: A Hilariously Handy Guide to Drawing the Boston Bruins Logo
Calling all Bruins fans, aspiring artists, and those who need a creative outlet besides yelling at the TV during a missed penalty call (we've all been there). Today's the day you transform from couch potato to Picasso (well, Bruins-sso-esque Picasso) by learning how to draw the iconic Boston Bruins logo!
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies (Besides Your Undying Love for the B's)
- A trusty pencil: Don't worry, Michelangelo, we're starting simple. A regular pencil will do just fine.
- Paper: Any kind will work, but for that official TD Garden feel, try grabbing a napkin from your next concession stand run. (Just kidding... kind of.)
- Eraser: Because mistakes happen, especially when you're drawing a spoked-B that looks suspiciously like a pretzel.
- Optional: Ruler: For those who like their stripes as straight as Patrice Bergeron's slapshot.
Pro Tip: If you're feeling fancy, grab some colored pencils or crayons to turn your masterpiece into a technicolor dream.
Step 2: Embrace the Blocky "B"
The Bruins logo isn't known for its delicate curves. No, it's a bold, blocky "B" that screams "champions" (and maybe a little "retro video game").
- Lightly sketch a rectangle. This will be the base of your glorious "B."
- Now comes the fun part: stripes! Using your ruler (or your best guesstimate), draw eight evenly spaced vertical lines inside the rectangle. Channel your inner zebra and don't stress about perfection.
- Here's the key: Thicken the top and bottom stripes of your "B" to create that signature blocky look.
Don't worry, perfectionists, we'll add some finesse later. For now, celebrate your blocky masterpiece!
Step 3: From Blocky to Beauty - Refining Your "B"
- Take a deep breath and erase any stray lines or stripes that make your "B" look like it got into a fight with a Zamboni.
- Now, let's add some definition. Draw two diagonal lines coming down from the top corners of the rectangle, meeting in the middle about a third of the way down. This creates the top part of the "B."
- Repeat for the bottom of the "B" with two diagonal lines meeting in the middle.
Voila! Your "B" is starting to take shape! High five yourself... but carefully, so you don't smudge your masterpiece.
Step 4: The Spoketacular Spoked-B
Now comes the real challenge (well, kind of): the spoked-B.
- Imagine a circle inside your "B," then divide it into eighths like a pizza (minus the delicious toppings).
- Lightly sketch short lines radiating outwards from each "pizza slice" intersection point towards the edge of the "B." These are the beginnings of your spokes.
Remember, these spokes are the mane of your Bruins beast. Make them fierce, but not so crazy they look like a pinwheel.
Step 5: The Final Flourish (and Maybe Some Coloring)
- Erase any leftover construction lines and pat yourself on the back for your artistic prowess.
- Now's the time to unleash your inner color commentator. Grab your colored pencils or crayons and bring your Bruins logo to life with the team's classic black and gold.
Bonus points for adding the words "Boston Bruins" underneath in a fancy font (think: caveman meets hockey).
FAQ: Unleashing Your Inner Bruins Artist
How to make the stripes straight?
Ruler is your friend! But hey, a little imperfection adds character, right?
How to make the spoked-B look even?
Practice makes perfect, but also, the Bruins logo is known for its rugged good looks. Don't stress if your spokes aren't identical twins.
How to color the logo?
Black and gold are classic, but who are we to judge a little creativity? Go wild (but maybe keep it Bruins-themed).
How long should this take?
As long as it takes you to yell "Let's go Bruins!" Seriously, though, this is a simple design. Take your time and enjoy the process.
How impressive will this look?
Depends on your artistic skills and how much effort you put in. But hey, even a wobbly Bruins logo is better than no Bruins logo at all!
