Learn how to draw cartoon dragon with a calm, beginner-friendly sequence. This easy drawing tutorial breaks the subject into simple curves and shapes that are easy to follow.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black fineliner or marker
- Colored pencils or crayons
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Time needed:
10 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Outline the Dragon Head
Draw the rounded snout and head with three small horns. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 2: Add the Face and Ears
Place large eyes, nostrils, a smile, and pointed side frills. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 3: Draw the Wings
Add one small bat-like wing on each side behind the head. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 4: Build the Body and Tail
Curve a plump belly downward and sweep the back into a pointed tail. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 5: Add the Front Arms
Draw two short bent arms with tiny claw points. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 6: Draw the Right Leg
Add one large folded hind leg on the right. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 7: Draw the Left Foot
Place the smaller left foot beneath the belly. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 8: Add the Back Spines
Run rounded triangular spines from the head down the tail. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 9: Finish the Belly Details
Add curved belly bands and a short line along the tail. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.
Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.
Step 10: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- The mix of rounded and angular shapes gives this cartoon dragon a clear cartoon silhouette.
- Building the cartoon dragon one part at a time makes its proportions easier for beginners to compare.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Check the outline, erase any unwanted pencil marks, and add color if you like. Your cartoon dragon step by step drawing is complete, so try it again and make the next version your own.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I keep my cartoon dragon drawing in proportion?
Compare each new shape with the parts already drawn, and make small corrections before adding darker lines.
Can I color the finished cartoon dragon?
Yes. Choose any colors you enjoy, and keep a few lighter areas to make the cartoon drawing feel lively.
