How to Draw a Hexagonal Prism

Do you want to learn how to draw a hexagonal-based prism? This article will teach you how to make any kind of prism easily!

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Solid Prism

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    Draw a hexagon.
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    Add vertical lines.
    • For every visible corner, draw a straight vertical line.
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    Finish the base.
    • Connect the end of the vertical lines to finish the prism base.
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    You now have your solid prism.
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    Color some details to make it look 3D.
    • Add some shadings and lighting.
    • Add a shadow opposite to your light source.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 3:

Transparent Prism

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    Draw a hexagon.
    • This will be your hexagon's top base.
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    Add another hexagon.
    • The second hexagon will be your prism's lower base. They should mirror one another.
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    Connect the lines.
    • Connect each corner of the top hexagon to the bottom hexagon.
    • Knowing this technique will help you make 3D prisms of any figure.
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    The final line art.
    • For added effects, make the lines on the back a bit lighter. They should look like they're hidden from view.
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    Color your prism.
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Method 3
Method 3 of 3:

Basic Hexagonal Prism

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    Draw a polygon: this works with any shape you can think of like: a square, triangle, pentagon, octagon,hexagon or a decagon. A hexagon is used here.
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    Draw an overlapping polygon, roughly the same size and shape. In fact, if you are in a computer drawing program just copy and paste your first shape right next to it.
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    Connect all the corners of the first shape to the congruent corner of the other shape.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I draw a triangular based pyramid?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Make a mark where you want the point and draw 2 lines down from it at about 45 degrees (they should be the same length). Draw another one starting at the dot, about 25 degrees (make it a little longer than the other two) away from either the left or the right line. Finally, draw 2 lines connecting them all together at the bottom.
  • Question
    How do I draw a hexagon if I'm given its dimensions?
    Kathryn Lemon
    Kathryn Lemon
    Community Answer
    If you are given the dimensions, simply apply them to the formula given when you type "hexagonal prism" into Google. Draw the base and sides accordingly by measuring each aspect.
  • Question
    Can you draw an octagonal prism?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Do the same steps, but instead, add 8 sides to make it an octagon.
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Warnings

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Things You'll Need

  • A ruler
  • A computer program (preferably MS Paint)
  • A pencil and eraser
  • Markers

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Updated: June 29, 2021
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