Drawing a Christmas dog is surprisingly easy and a great activity for the holidays. Imagine the sweet little pup perched beside the fireplace, or snuggled up snoozing under the Christmas tree. Whether its a big, fluffy Newfoundland or a teeny tiny Chihuahua, these easy steps will guarantee that your Christmas pup comes alive in no time!
Grab your pencils and paper, because here’s how to draw your very own Christmas dog:
Step 1: Start by drawing the circle for the head of your pup. Keep in mind the breed of the pup you’re drawing – a Dachshund might have a longer, thinner head compared to a Bulldog for example.
Step 2: Connect the head shape to the body with a curved line. This will give you the neck and shoulder area.
Step 3: Time to draw the legs! Your pup should be standing, with all four paws flat on the ground. So, draw two sets of four curved lines downwards from the body, stopping just above where you’d want the paws to be.
Step 4: Now fill in the shape of your pup’s paw by drawing a rounded triangle. The back of the paw should be on the line you drew earlier, and add a few lines inside the triangle for the toes and paw pad.
Step 5: Draw some triangles for the ears and a jelly bean shape for the muzzle. Most Christmas dogs have a certain festive spirit, so why not draw some nice fluffy jingle bells around their necks?
Step 6: Finally, draw in the details like eyes, nose, and mouth. Don’t forget the collar and leash to confirm you’ve made an all-round cutie of your pup, perfect for Christmas!
So there you have it! You’re officially a Christmas Dog Picasso! Adding colors will help to see your pup come alive. Of course, you can always add the colors of Christmas – festive, bright reds, blues, and greens to spice up your pup.
If you’re feeling creative, you can now take your pup to the next level. Experiment with backdrops and poses. What if your pup was gamely holding a present? Or unboxing a present? Or maybe snuggling up with a reindeer? The possibilities are endless!
You can also change up the colors and patterns on your pup’s fur, making it a dashing plaid or rainbow striped masterpiece. Draw in extra decorations like Santa hats, Rudolph’s nose, or jingling bells inside the collar. Go wild and make your pup a one-of-a-kind, festive figure. Get creative and have fun!
If you want to make it extra special, why not make the pup a gift to someone you love? Wrap the pup up in a nice Christmas card and give it to them on the holiday. There’s no doubt that it’ll make for an unforgettable Christmas.
Still feeling eager? Make several versions of your pup and put together a doggie art gallery. Give a grand ‘opening exhibition’ to family and friends. Be sure to hang the pup in a prominent place for everyone to admire!
Drawing a Christmas dog is a great way to get creative and make creative memories with your favorite people. Best of all, it doesn’t take any special art skills to do – just an eye for design, a love of dogs, and a pinch of inspiration! So grab your pencils and let your imagination run wild with these six simple steps and you’re sure to make an absolutely adorable pup this Christmas.
