How to Draw a Whale
It’s time to swim into the world of drawing with my kid-friendly guide on how to draw a whale, featuring not one, but two easy methods! Each step is a wave of fun, so grab your pencils and let’s make a splash in the art world together.
Set sail on a creative adventure where young minds can master the art of sketching a gentle giant of the sea. With clear, child-friendly instructions, learn to draw a whale through two distinct, easy-to-grasp techniques. This guide promises waves of enjoyment and a treasure trove of new skills.
How to Draw a Whale: Basic Information
Hey kiddos, it’s drawing time! Are you ready to dive into the ocean of creativity and learn how to draw a whale? This step-by-step guide is tailored just for you to make drawing as fun as swimming in the sea.
With each step, you’ll see your whale come to life, from a simple curve to a smiling friend. We’ll start with a big, smooth body and then add in happy eyes and a cheerful grin. And let’s not forget the cute little tail and a playful spout of water! This whale drawing teaches us the joy of building something wonderful from simple shapes.
Alright, let’s get those crayons or markers in hand because we’re about to dive deep into the ocean blue. I’ll guide you through each step as we draw a whale, ensuring your artwork is splash-tastic. By the end, you’ll have a whale of a time and a new aquatic buddy to show off. Let’s make some waves with our creativity!
Whale Drawing Tutorial
Materials
- Pencil
- Paper
- Eraser
- Coloring supplies
Time needed: 30 minutes
How to Draw a Whale
- Draw the whale’s torso.
Begin the whale drawing with a kidney-bean-like shape, which forms the body. The curve should be elongated, with a slightly pointed front end to represent the head and a rounder back end for the tail.
- Depict the eye.
Add a small oval shape towards the front end of the body to establish the whale’s eye. Placement is key here; ensure the oval is set slightly towards the top of the body outline
- Sketch out the mouth.
To give the whale a smiling appearance, draw a curved line starting from the bottom of the eye, extending towards the tail end, and then curving upwards.
- Add the bottom fin.
At this stage, you’ll create the whale’s flipper by adding a flipper shape on the bottom side of the body. The flipper starts with a line extending from the body and then curves back in towards the whale.
- Draw the tail.
Now, draw the whale’s tail. Start with a slight outward curve from the back of the body, then split into two tail flukes with a sharp inward curve.
- Depict the fountain.
To create the impression of water spraying from the whale as it breaches, add a small ‘V’ above the head with a few additional lines above it to indicate water droplets.
- Add details.
So, we are almost finishing our whale drawing lesson. In this step, add one small detail – a smooth line that connects the end of the mouth and the beginning of the fin.
- Correct inaccuracies.
Check out all the shapes and lines that make up the whale drawing. Look at the proportions, evaluate the entire drawing as a whole. Proceed to coloring if everything is ok.
- Color the drawing.
Finally, it’s time to color your whale. The image suggests a gentle blue for the body with a lighter shade on the underbelly, reflecting typical whale coloring.
Additional Content
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve created a free PDF file for this drawing lesson! It’s a condensed version of the full tutorial, packed with all the essential steps on how to depict a whale.
This downloadable guide is perfect for kids to use anytime, anywhere, even without an Internet connection. Just download, print, and they’re ready to start their artistic journey with our ocean friends.
Alternative Drawing Method
So, I’ve crafted another alternative method for drawing whale to give you more practice and help you improve your artistic skills. This technique offers a fresh perspective and new challenges, perfect for young artists eager to learn and grow. Dive in and see how this approach can enhance your creativity and drawing abilities!
How to Draw an Easy Whale
This drawing method is a sweet and simplified way to sketch a whale, perfect for budding artists. Starting with a basic circle for the head, the process involves adding easy shapes to form the body and tail.
Each step builds on the last, gradually creating a cute and friendly whale with a big smile and a playful eye. It’s designed to be straightforward and enjoyable, resulting in an adorable whale that any child would be proud to show off.
Artistic Waves: Adding Flair to Your Whale Drawing
You’ve just finished creating your very own whale, and it’s looking fantastic! But why stop there? Let’s add some ocean magic to make your artwork even more amazing. Here are some fun ideas to improve your drawing and make your whale feel right at home:
- Splash some color: Give the ocean around your whale different shades of blue and maybe a hint of green. It’ll look like the deep sea in no time!
- Friendly fish: Draw some tiny fish friends in the background. They can be swimming around or even having a chat with your whale.
- Coral kingdom: Add some colorful corals or seaweed at the bottom of your drawing. It’s like giving your whale a beautiful garden to live in!
- Bubbles and more: Everyone loves bubbles! Draw some coming out of your whale’s spout or around the fish to show they’re underwater.
- Sunlight from above: Draw some light rays coming down from the surface of the water to make your scene sparkle.
Remember, every artist has their own special touch, so these are just ideas to start with. You can add anything you imagine – maybe a sunken pirate ship or a treasure chest. You can use the lessons on my website to create these enchanting scenes!
Conclusion
Bravo on completing our delightful whale drawing session! If you’re eager to continue your artistic journey, be sure to visit my website for more captivating lessons. Fancy sketching a furry bear or a blooming rose next? The possibilities are endless.
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