Easy Shark Drawing
Yo, kids! Ready for an easy shark drawing lesson? Let's make this fun and simple. Grab your blank paper, pencil, and some crayons or colored pencils.
In just a short while, you'll have a sweet looking shark to show off. No fancy stuff needed here. Just follow my simple steps and you'll be golden.
Sharks might seem tricky, but trust me, we got this. I'll break it down so even beginners can draw this magnificent sea creature. So, are you pumped to draw your very own shark? Let's get started!
Estimated Time: 50 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
Lesson: Easy Shark Drawing
Today, we're gonna draw a shark the easy way. Don't worry, it's simple enough for any beginner. We'll break it down into 15 easy steps. Just follow along and you'll have your own shark in no time. Start with basic shapes, then add details step by step. By the end, you'll have a solid looking shark to show off. Let's get started!
Outline the Body
Start by creating an elongated shape to form the shark’s body.
Attach the Pectoral Fin
Draw the pectoral fin attached to the side of the shark’s body.
Draw the Tail Fin
Form the pointed shape of the shark’s tail fin.
Outline the Eye
Create the circular outline of the shark’s eye.
Form the Mouth
Outline the shark’s open mouth.
Add the Teeth
Draw zigzag lines to form the shark’s razor sharp teeth.
Outline the Gills
Outline the gills by drawing three curved lines.
Attach the Dorsal Fin
Attach a large dorsal fin on the shark’s back.
Draw a Smaller Dorsal Fin
Draw a smaller dorsal fin beside the first one.
Add the Pelvic Fin
Add the small pelvic fin attached to the bottom of the shark.
Outline the Bubbles
Draw small circular bubbles around the shark.
Shade the Eye
Shade the eye with black and white.
Color in the Mouth
Color the teeth with white and the mouth with red.
Fill in the Shark’s Body
Use light gray to color the face, underbelly and the underside of the fins. Then, color the rest of the shark’s body with dark gray.
Shade the Bubbles
Shade the bubbles with a vibrant blue color.
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