Drawing Son Goku's face is such a fun challenge! I've spent hours trying to nail his iconic spiky hair and determined expression. Start with a basic circle for the head, then sketch a vertical center line and a horizontal line for the eyes. Goku's eyes are sharp and angular, with thick eyebrows that curve downward. Don't forget his widow's peak—it's subtle but key to his silhouette. The hair is the star, though: wild, uneven spikes radiating outward. I like to think of it as drawing jagged flames. His jawline is strong but not overly square, and his ears are simple curves. Practice makes perfect—I still mess up the hair sometimes, but it's satisfying when it clicks.
For shading, keep it bold like the 'Dragon Ball' art style. Use heavy shadows under the eyebrows and around the neck to emphasize his musculature. If you're coloring, that vibrant black hair with blue highlights is classic. And hey, if your first attempt looks more like Vegeta, laugh it off and try again. Goku's face is deceptively simple, but capturing his energy is what really matters. I always end up grinning when I finally get that mischievous, battle-ready look right.