Draw A Lizard: A Simple Guide for Kids
Bringing to life your own scaly reptile friend is as easy as drawing a few simple shapes and a few quick strokes of your drawing utensil. Whether it’s with markers, colored pencils, or even with your finger and a damp washcloth, lizards are one of the easiest creatures to draw. This simple guide will have you creating your own lizards in just minutes.
Start With The Basics
To get started, the first step is to draw the shape of the body. To do this, all it takes is a few simple curved lines. Think of it as an upside-down “n” and you’re good to go. To create the head, draw a wedge shape at the part of the body that’s furthest away from the tail. For legs, draw four short “v” shaped lines near the sides of the body and the head. You now have your basic outline!
Give Your Lizard Some Life
Next, it’s time to give your lizard a little personality. To do this, start by drawing your lizard’s eyes. Try out different shapes, like circles or ovals, or even almond shaped eyes. Then move on to its mouth. You could have it smile, have a sharp toothy grin, or even draw it closed. Give your lizard a few eyelids, a little tongue, or a pattern of markings. Color it in, too. Make your lizard whatever color you want!
Let’s Get Scaly
Giving your lizard a few little scales is an easy task. Simply draw small dots, lines, or circles all over your lizard’s body. Play around with the shape and size to get the look you want. You’ll be surprised at how realistic your lizard looks with just a few simple additions.
Tie It All Together
Now that your lizard is drawn, you can take it one step further by adding a few extra accessories. Drawing a few bumps or ridges near the lizard’s head or neck can give it a more 3-dimensional look. You can also add little spikes and frills, or draw some extra patterns onto the body. Have fun with it and make sure your lizard looks the way you want it to.
Make It Move
Last but not least, if you’re feeling extra creative, draw a few poses for your lizard. Whether it’s sitting, running, crawling, or jumping, playing around with the lizard’s position can give it an extra life-like quality. Have some fun and let your lizard go wild!
Finishing Touches
Once your lizard is all finished, you can go back over any details you’d like to perfect. Make sure the scales match up evenly, and that the eyes look alert and awake. Finally, don’t forget to name your lizard! It’s ready to join you on your next adventure.
Making It Your Own
In the end, it all comes down to making your lizard unique. Take some extra time to personalize it, make it your own, and don’t be afraid to experiment. With some creativity and determination, you’ll be able to bring your lizard to life in no time. Happy drawing!
