In this easy drawing tutorial, you will learn how to draw Squirtle step by step.
This guide is designed as a drawing for beginners, using simple rounded shapes and clear details.
Take your time with each part, and keep the character soft, cheerful, and balanced.

What You Will Need

• Pencil
• Eraser
• Black marker or pen
• Coloring tools
• Drawing paper

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Time needed:

15 minutes.

Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Draw Squirtle’s Head and Face

Start with a large rounded head shape, slightly wider at the bottom.

Add two big oval eyes, a small nose, and a wide smiling mouth with a small tongue shape.

Keep the lines soft and friendly to match Squirtle’s cute face.

Pro Tip: Place both eyes at the same height first, so the expression looks balanced.

[Alt Text: A beginner sketch of Squirtle begins with a rounded head, large eyes, nose, and smiling mouth.]

Step 2: Add Squirtle’s Shell Outline

Draw a long curved line from the lower left side of the head to form the outer shell.

Add a few inner curved lines to show the shell sections and rounded thickness.

Keep the shell close behind the head so the pose feels cute and compact.

Pro Tip: Make the shell slightly narrower than the head, so the body proportions look natural.

[Alt Text: Squirtle drawing progresses from the face sketch to adding a curved shell outline behind the head.]

Step 3: Draw Squirtle’s Body and Arms

Draw a rounded body outline under the head, letting it widen gently downward.

Add two short arms on both sides, with small pointed fingers at the ends.

Let the arms start near the head so the pose looks lively and cute.

Pro Tip: Curve the body line slightly to the right to give Squirtle’s pose more movement.

[Alt Text: Squirtle drawing develops from head and shell to a rounded body with two small arms.]

Step 4: Add Squirtle’s Belly Pattern

Draw a gently curved horizontal line across the front of the body.

Add one vertical line and a few slanted lines to divide the belly into simple sections.

Let these lines follow the body curve so the belly looks round and full.

Pro Tip: Do not make the belly lines too straight; gentle curves fit the body better.

[Alt Text: Squirtle drawing refines the body by adding curved belly pattern lines on the front.]

Step 5: Draw Squirtle’s Curled Tail

Draw a long curved line from the left side of the shell, stretching outward and then downward.

Add a round spiral curl at the end so the tail looks soft and springy.

Shape the top with a small point to show Squirtle’s special tail form.

Pro Tip: Do not make the tail curl too tight; leaving space makes it clearer.

[Alt Text: Squirtle drawing advances by adding a long curled tail behind the shell.]

Step 6: Add Squirtle’s Feet

Draw two rounded feet under the body so they support the whole pose.

Add small wavy toes along the bottom of each foot for a soft cartoon look.

Make the left foot slightly larger to show the front and back space more clearly.

Pro Tip: Keep the bottoms of both feet at a similar height, so Squirtle stands more steadily.

[Alt Text: Squirtle drawing progresses by adding two rounded feet with small wavy toes beneath the body.]

Step 7: Color in your drawing!

Fun Facts

Squirtle is known for its round shell, cheerful face, and curled tail.
Its simple shapes make it a great choice for a step by step drawing lesson.
The big eyes and soft body curves help give Squirtle a friendly beginner-friendly look.

Pin it now, Draw later!

Now you know how to draw Squirtle using simple shapes and clear details.
Trace your final lines carefully, erase extra sketch marks, and add color if you like.
Try drawing Squirtle again with a different pose or expression for more practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Squirtle drawing for beginners?

Yes, this Squirtle drawing is made for beginners because it uses rounded shapes and simple lines.

What is the hardest part of drawing Squirtle?

The curled tail may take extra care, but drawing it slowly in one smooth curve helps.

Can I color this Squirtle after drawing?

Yes, you can color the body light blue, the shell brown, and the belly a soft cream shade.