Learn how to draw cartoon elephant 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:
30 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the First Ear
Sketch one large floppy ear with a smaller inner curve. 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 Second Ear
Mirror the large ear shape on the opposite side. 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: Build the Face
Draw the rounded forehead, cheek edges, brows, and two bright eyes. 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: Draw the Trunk
Curve the trunk downward and up, then add wrinkles and tip marks. 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 Body
Draw the rounded torso, small tail, and the first pair of legs. 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: Finish the Legs
Add the remaining legs and small toenail marks. 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: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- The mix of rounded and angular shapes gives this cartoon elephant a clear cartoon silhouette.
- Building the cartoon elephant 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 elephant 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 elephant 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 elephant?
Yes. Choose any colors you enjoy, and keep a few lighter areas to make the cartoon drawing feel lively.
