How To Draw Animals

You've found our huge collection of how to draw animals! There are all kinds of animals in here, big, small, ones that fly and even swim. There are cartoon animal lessons, realistic animals, and even mythical creatures! This group of lessons is probably one of my favorite categories on our entire website.

How To Draw A Porg From Star Wars + Artist Spotlight

Learn how to draw a porg from Star Wars! Also, be sure to stay until the end, we’re featuring two new artists this week and showing off all the amazing art you’ve sent us. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils gold grey black Lesson Length under 10 minutes Bonus Challenge: Draw more porgs in the background […]

How To Draw A Native American Inspired Bird

Today, we’re learning how to draw a Native American inspired bird! If you’re interested here’s a link to the image I used for inspiration. I love Native American art! Some of my favorite aspects are their use of color and pattern. I also love that much of their art includes animals, you can tell they […]

How To Draw A Realistic Lion

Hey, art friends! I hope you’re excited about today’s lesson, I know I am. Follow along with me and learn how to draw a realistic lion ? This lesson is meant for the older artists, but if the younger ones are up for the challenge, I think it’s awesome! Remember to pause the video when […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Squirrel

Hey you guys, today we’re drawing a cute cartoon squirrel! I love this time of year when you can see the squirrels busy working to gather up their food for winter. After you follow along with us, be sure to finish your drawing by adding a background. You can also add extra details and features […]

How To Draw Pusheen Mermaid

How To Draw Sven From Frozen

Hey, art friends! Today we’re learning how to draw Sven from Frozen. This lesson is for young and older artists! We’re drawing the baby version of Sven, but you could draw him with bigger antlers maybe even add a carrot in his mouth. Remember, to change your drawings and add your own details. You could […]

How To Draw A Tractor Hayride

It’s not quite Autumn, but we can’t wait! We love hayrides! Today, Hadley and I are learning how to draw a tractor hayride. This is a fun lesson for younger artists. Encourage your artist to add a farm background and more kids in the trailer. Also, check out some all of our other fun Autumn […]

How To Draw A Snowy Owl Cartoon

Learn how to draw a snowy owl! Grab a marker, paper, and colored pencils then follow along with me. If you liked following along to draw this owl, try our more realistic owl! Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils light blue brown dark brown orange white Lesson Length under 10 minutes

How To Draw A Bulldog + Plus New Ebook!

Happy Monday, you awesome art friends! How To Draw Realistic Dogs ebook is now available for purchase. Today we’re going to show you how to draw a French Bulldog from our new book. It’s super fun and we hope you’re going to follow along with us. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils light brown brown […]

How To Draw A Cute Hummingbird

Learn how to draw a cute cartoon hummingbird! This lesson is meant for younger artists, but older artists will have fun too. You’ll need a marker, paper, and colored pencils! If you’d like to try a more challenging lesson, check out how to draw a realistic hummingbird! Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils light green […]

How To Draw Animal Jam Monkey

Today’s lesson is how to draw an Animal Jam monkey! We love this game! Parents, if you haven’t heard of the Animal Jam game, check out the official website here. For this lesson, you’ll need a marker, paper, and something to color with (colored pencils, oil pastels, or even markers). Remember to pause the video […]

How To Draw Boo The Cutest Dog In The World

Learn how to draw Boo, the cutest dog in the world! He’s a cute little Pomeranian dog and he’s a lot of fun to draw. We want to thank Gund for sending us this plush toy of Boo! Parents, you can visit Gund to purchase Monsteroo Boo. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils brown light […]

How To Draw Animal Jam Lemur

Follow along with me and learn how to draw a lemur from Animal Jam! Parents and teacher, check out the official website of Animal Jam to learn more about this fun game. My kids are going crazy with this game, which means we’ll be drawing a lot more characters from it soon. Art Supplies marker […]

How To Draw The Pusheen Cat Eating A Cookie GIVEAWAY

❤️ THANKS to Gund for sending us this adorable plush Pusheen. Parents, you can visit their website to purchase her. Follow along with us and learn how to draw the Pusheen cat eating a cookie! Stay until the end for details on how to win this cute little plush from Gund! Art Supplies marker paper […]

How To Draw A Border Collie

Learn how to draw a Border Collie! This lesson is fun and much easier than it looks. Take your time, remember to have fun, and always practice. The second time you draw this cute dog, I promise it’ll turn out better. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils black pink Lesson Length under 10 minutes Watch […]

How To Draw Lovebirds

Learn how to draw realistic lovebirds! Follow along with us, and if we ever go too fast during the lesson, you can always pause the video. Remember, it’s ok if your drawings don’t look exactly like ours. Try your best, practice, and the most important thing is to have fun! If your kids enjoyed this […]

How To Draw A Goldendoodle

Today we’re learning how to draw a Goldendoodle! This is one of our most requested dogs to draw. I can see why! They seem like such sweet animals. We hope you have a lot of fun following along with us. At the end of the lesson, we show you how to shade your drawing. But, […]

How To Draw A Realistic Wolf

Follow along with me and learn how to draw a realistic wolf. This lesson is a bit more advanced, but if your younger artists are up for the challenge, great! At the end of this lesson, I’ll show you how to create a realistic fur texture to make your wolves even more amazing. Also, challenge […]

How To Draw A Dachshund

Learn how to draw a dachshund with us! Gather up your art supplies and follow along. During the coloring phase we fast forward, you can pause the video to match the same coloring. Or, you can color your dachshund in your own creative way. We love drawing dogs. If you haven’t seen our other dog […]

How To Draw An Owl

How To Draw A Cartoon Bobcat

Today we’re learning how to draw a cartoon bobcat! This lesson is meant for younger artists, but still fun for older kids (even grown-ups). If you liked this lesson check out our other fun animal art lessons. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils gold pink Lesson Length under 10 minutes Watch How To Draw A […]

How To Draw A Guinea Pig

Happy Friday, art friends! Today we’re learning how to draw a super cute guinea pig. Follow along with us, but change the coloring to match your own pet guinea pig. I had a lot of fun drawing with Hadley during this lesson (I always have fun, but this one was extra special). I always hope […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Llama

Today we’re learning how to draw another cute cartoon animal! Follow along with me and learn how to draw a cartoon llama or alpaca. You’ll need your markers, paper, and colored pencils. Llamas are funny animals they look a lot like tall sheep. Art Supplies marker paper colored pencils brown tan pink Lesson Length under […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Horse

Let’s learn how to draw a cute cartoon horse! Follow along with us, remember to have fun and try your best. It’s ok if your drawings look different, the more you practice the better you’ll get. That’s why we draw EVERY day! We’re also using a Sharpie, but you can use a pencil if you […]

How To Draw A Realistic Bee

It’s Monday, and it’s time for another week of art! Today we’re learning how to draw a realistic bee. Grab those markers and follow along with us. We hope you’re also going to follow along when we color our bees. Adding color, texture, and shading is what really makes your drawing come to life. Remember […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Dolphin

Follow along with us and learn how to draw a cartoon dolphin. This is a perfect art project to challenge your kids to finish the background. They could draw their dolphins jumping out of the water or talking to other sea creatures under the water. Encourage them to use their imagination and creativity. Also when […]

How To Draw A Realistic Sea Turtle

Happy Friday, Art Friends! Today we’re learning how to draw a realistic sea turtle. This art lesson is for older kids, but younger artists may enjoy the challenge too. My favorite part of this lesson is demonstrating how a little color, texture, and shading can transform a simple marker drawing into a realistic sea creature. […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Sea Turtle

Learn how to draw a cute cartoon sea turtle! This little guy is waiting for you to draw him. This lesson is perfect for younger artists. Remember to challenge your kids to finish the background to complete their drawings. They could draw an ocean, aquarium, or even a swimming pool! The most important thing is […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Baby Chick

We’re back from our spring break, and we had a lot of fun! But we’re super excited to start drawing again, and we hope you are too 🙂 Today we’re going to draw a cute cartoon baby chick. This lesson is great for younger artists, but still a lot of fun for older artists (like […]

How To Draw A Cartoon Moose

Follow along with Jack and me, we’ll learn how to draw a cartoon moose together. Jack is 11 years old, but this lesson works well for younger artists too. When your kids and students are finished following along with us, challenge them to finish the back ground. They could draw a forest and other animals. […]