Learn how to draw a cute cartoon squirrel holding an acorn. This easy drawing tutorial helps beginners practice rounded features, simple overlaps, and a large curling tail.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black marker or colored pencils
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Time needed:
28 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the Ears
Draw two small rounded arches for the ears. Add a smaller curved line inside each one.
Pro Tip: Leave enough space between the ears for the top of the head.
Step 2: Add the Head and Face
Connect the ears with a broad head outline that widens into chubby cheeks. Draw two highlighted round eyes, a small oval nose, and a curved mouth.
Pro Tip: Place the facial features low to make the forehead look large and cute.
Step 3: Draw the Front Paws
Extend two short curved arms below the head. Turn both paws inward and leave an open space between them.
Pro Tip: Aim the paw tips toward each other so they can hold an object.
Step 4: Add the Acorn
Draw an acorn between the paws with a rounded cap, small stem, and pointed nut. Let the paws overlap both sides of it.
Pro Tip: Keep the acorn centered beneath the squirrel’s face.
Step 5: Form the Body and Feet
Draw a wide rounded belly below the acorn. Add a bent hind leg and flat little foot on each side.
Pro Tip: Use broad lower shapes to make the seated pose feel steady.
Step 6: Finish the Bushy Tail
Draw a huge tail rising behind the squirrel on the right. Curve it around in a loose spiral and reconnect it near the body.
Pro Tip: Make the tail nearly as large as the squirrel for a bold silhouette.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- Squirrels use their bushy tails for balance, warmth, and communication.
- Many squirrels store nuts in scattered hiding places for later.
- An acorn is the fruit of an oak tree.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Erase hidden lines, darken the finished outline, and color the squirrel in warm natural shades. Your cartoon squirrel is complete, so try adding fallen leaves or more acorns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the tail look fluffy?
Use a large rounded outline and add a few soft tufts along its edge.
Why does my acorn look separate from the paws?
Erase the acorn lines hidden behind each paw to create a clear overlap.
Can I change the squirrel’s pose?
Yes, tilt the head or lift one paw while keeping the body balanced over the feet.
