How to Draw a Penguin: A Step-by-Step Tutorial for Beginners ๐Ÿง

how to draw a penguin
how to draw a penguin
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Penguins are such adorable creatures, aren’t they? ๐Ÿฅฐ In this fun and easy tutorial, I’ll guide you step-by-step to draw your very own cute penguin. Whether you’re just starting your drawing journey or looking for a simple project to brighten your day, this penguin will surely make you smile! ๐ŸŽจ

Letโ€™s get started!


Materials Needed โœ๏ธ๐Ÿ–๏ธ

Before we dive into the drawing steps, hereโ€™s what youโ€™ll need:

  • Pencil โœ๏ธ
  • Eraser ๐Ÿฉน
  • Drawing paper ๐Ÿ“„
  • Black marker or pen ๐Ÿ–Š๏ธ
  • Colored pencils, crayons, or markers (optional) ๐Ÿ–๏ธ

Step 1: Draw the Penguin’s Body ๐Ÿง

Start by drawing an oval shape for the penguin’s body. Make it a bit wider at the bottom โ€” like a big egg! This will be the main shape of your penguin.

step 1 draw the penguins body
step 1 draw the penguins body

Step 2: Add the Head ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

On top of the body, draw a smaller oval that slightly overlaps the bigger one. This smaller oval will be the penguinโ€™s head!

step 2 add the head
step 2 add the head

Step 3: Sketch the Face ๐Ÿงก

Inside the head oval, draw two round eyes. Add a tiny circle inside each eye and color it in, leaving a small white spot to make the eyes look shiny! Then, draw a small triangle for the beak between the eyes.

step 3 sketch the face
step 3 sketch the face

Step 4: Draw the Wings โœ‹โœ‹

On each side of the body, draw a curved line starting near the neck area and curving down to the bottom of the body. These will be your penguinโ€™s flippers or wings!

step 4 draw the wings
step 4 draw the wings

Step 5: Add the Feet ๐Ÿพ

At the bottom of the penguinโ€™s body, draw two small, webbed feet. They should look like little rounded triangles or ovals with tiny bumps for toes.

step 5 add the feet
step 5 add the feet

Step 6: Outline and Erase โœ๏ธ

Once you’re happy with your sketch, trace over your drawing with a black marker or pen. After the ink dries, gently erase any pencil marks, so your penguin looks clean and sharp.

step 6 outline and erase
step 6 outline and erase

Step 7: Color Your Penguin ๐ŸŽจ

Now comes the fun part โ€” coloring! Penguins are mostly black and white, but you can make yours colorful if you want. Typically:

  • Color the back, wings, and top of the head black.
  • Leave the belly and face white.
  • Color the beak and feet orange or yellow.

Feel free to get creative and even add a little scarf or a cute winter hat! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿงฃ

step 7 color your penguin
step 7 color your penguin

Final Thoughts ๐Ÿ’ญ

Drawing a penguin is not only super fun, but also a great way to practice basic shapes and lines. With a little bit of patience and creativity, youโ€™ll have an adorable penguin friend ready to waddle into your art collection! ๐Ÿง๐Ÿ’•

Happy drawing!


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