The Subtle Secrets of Kim Jung Gi: How to Draw Anything from Imagination in 5 Steps

Have you ever watched Kim Jung Gi draw and wondered, “How does he do that?” He could draw anything—from wild helmets to whole city scenes, straight from his imagination, without even looking at a reference! The good news? You can learn these secrets too. In this guide, you’ll discover 5 simple steps to help you draw anything you can dream up, just like the master himself. Let’s get started!

The first secret is all about understanding simple forms. Kim Jung Gi could imagine and draw boxes, spheres, and cylinders in any position or angle. Practice drawing these shapes from lots of different views, and try bending, twisting, or stretching them for extra fun. This is the foundation for drawing anything from your imagination. If you want to get better at this, check out our 6 Steps to Draw Anything: A Beginner’s Guide for more tips on breaking down objects into simple shapes.

Now, it’s time to look at real things—but don’t just copy! When you see a helmet, a car, or even a dragon, try to break it down into the simple forms you practiced. Imagine how you’d draw those shapes in 3D space. This way, you’re not just copying lines, you’re understanding what you see. For more on building this skill, our How to Draw Stylized Arms from Imagination blog shows how to turn references into creative forms.

Here’s where the magic happens! Take the form you just studied and try drawing it from different angles—without looking at the reference. This is how Kim Jung Gi trained his imagination. Try drawing a helmet from the side, above, or even upside down. This exercise helps you “see” in 3D, just like Kim. If you want more practice, our 5 Easy Drawing Steps for Dynamic Figures will help you master drawing forms in action.

Ready to get creative? Now, take the thing you just drew and put it somewhere new. Maybe the helmet is hanging from a belt, sitting on a table, or even worn by a goblin! Changing the context makes your art more original and helps you tell your own stories. This step is all about using your imagination to mix things up and have fun.

The final secret: redesign! Take what you know and make it even cooler. Give the helmet owl wings, make it fit a dwarf, or turn it into something from another world. This is how Kim Jung Gi made his art so unique, by combining everything he knew and adding his own twist. For more on creative design, check out How to Design Fantasy Art: A Beginner’s Guide in 3 Simple Steps.

Kim Jung Gi’s biggest secret? Practice! He drew every day, always learning and trying new things. Remember, you don’t need to be perfect, just keep drawing, exploring, and having fun. The more you practice these 5 steps, the closer you’ll get to drawing anything you can imagine.