Learn how to draw charmander with a large friendly head, small clawed arms, a rounded belly, and a flaming tail. This easy drawing tutorial helps beginners practice simple character proportions, expressive features, and flame shapes.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black marker or colored pencils
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Time needed:
15 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the Head
Draw a tall rounded head that widens slightly near the cheeks. Leave a small gap at the bottom where the neck and body will connect.
Pro Tip: Sketch lightly and use one smooth curve around the top of the head.
Step 2: Add the Eyes
Draw two tall rounded eyes on the lower half of the face. Add an inner curve and a small highlight near the top of each eye.
Pro Tip: Place both eyes at the same height to keep the face balanced.
Step 3: Draw the Face
Add one short slanted eyebrow above each eye and two tiny nostrils near the center. Draw a wide curved mouth that dips to a small point in the middle.
Pro Tip: Keep the mouth low on the face to preserve the large forehead.
Step 4: Add the Body and Arms
Extend two curved body lines downward from beneath the head. Draw a short arm on each side and finish both hands with small pointed claws.
Pro Tip: Make the arms slightly uneven for a relaxed natural pose.
Step 5: Draw the Belly and Legs
Add a large oval belly patch in the center of the body. Draw two bent legs with broad feet and place three rounded pointed toes on each foot.
Pro Tip: Keep the feet wide apart so the character looks firmly planted.
Step 6: Finish the Flaming Tail
Draw a thick curved tail rising behind the right side of the body. Add a large jagged flame around the tip and place a smaller flame shape inside it.
Pro Tip: Alternate long and short flame points to create lively movement.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- Charmander is a Fire-type Pokemon with a flame burning at the end of its tail.
- Its name combines ideas from the words char and salamander.
- Charmander first appeared in the original Pokemon games released in Japan in 1996.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Erase hidden guides, darken the outline, and color the body orange, the belly pale yellow, and the tail flame yellow and red. Your charmander drawing is complete, so try adding rocks, sparks, or a warm sunset background.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the head look rounder?
Use a broad curve across the top and narrow the sides gently toward the neck.
Why do the eyes look uneven?
Mark their top and bottom heights lightly before drawing the final shapes.
How do I make the flame look active?
Use curved points of different heights and lean them in several directions.
