Knowing how to draw a crocodile is a useful skill that can come in handy when you need to surprise your friends. Plus, it’s an excellent way to help your child unleash their creativity!
The great news is crocodiles are quite easy to draw. All you need to do is focus on the basics and you’ll quickly master the art of drawing one. And, you’ll be pleasantly surprised with the results.
Ready to get started? Let’s do it! Here’s a step-by-step guide to drawing a croc.
Step 1: Start with the Shape
Grab a pen and paper, then start by sketching a rough oval that’s slightly tilted. This oval will form the body of the crocodile.
Once you have the general shape, add a line to define the neck. The head should be narrower, pointy at the end, and set at an angle to the body.
For the tail, draw an arrow-like shape. Make sure it’s curved, with the point towards the back.
And, don’t forget to add two claws either side at the base, just above the tail!
Got the shape down? Great!
Step 2: Sketch the Head
Crocodiles have sharp eyes, so make sure to draw their pupils in the center of the oval. Start by drawing two small eye circles, then add a bigger circle around each, to create the eyelids.
Draw a small triangle at the end of the neck for the snout, then add two nostrils and a mouth line. The upper jaw should be slightly open and the bottom part of the snout should stretch down.
For the teeth, draw a single, long line from the nose towards the bottom jaw. The slightly curved line will form the perfect ‘smile’ for your crocodile.
Go ahead and erase the lines from step one, leaving the sketch a tiny bit cleaner.
Step 3: Add Some Texture to the Body
Texture is what gives the crocodile its unique look, so get creative! Start by drawing simple curved and straight lines that cover the whole body.
Also, draw small triangles up the back of the tail and along the back
The more details you add, the more realistic your croc will look.
Once that’s done, add some extra texture to the face. Draw small circles around the eyes, along with some extra lines to give your croc a more scaly appearance.
Done? Nice!
Step 4: Outlines and Colour
Almost there! Now, start outlining your croc using a black or dark pencil.
Once you’re done with the outlining, it’s time to fill in the colour. Use a light grey colour for the eyes and snout, then a darker shade for the body and tail.
Don’t forget to add a few highlights around the neck and body. This will give your crocodile some depth and make it look even more realistic.
There you have it! A crocodile made with your own two hands!
