How to Draw a Killer Whale
Wanna learn how to draw a killer whale? It's super fun and easy. First things first, let's get our materials ready. You might want a ruler too, but it's not a must. Grab your blank paper, pencil, and some crayons or colored pencils...or perhaps some colorful markers if that's your thing.
In this lesson, we’ll break it down step-by-step. No rush, take your time. The whole thing should take fifty minutes tops.
Killer whales are awesome creatures. They’re big, bold, and beautiful. And guess what? You'll be drawing one in no time!
Follow along with me and you'll see how easy it is. Just a few lines here and there. Then we add some color to bring it to life.
Ready to start? Let’s make an amazing killer whale together! Trust me, you got this!
Estimated Time: 50 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Ruler (optional but helpful)
Lesson: How to Draw a Killer Whale
Today, we're gonna learn how to draw a killer whale. We'll keep it simple and break it down into fifteen reasonable steps. Start with basic shapes and lines, then add details to bring our whale to life. Don't stress, just follow along and you'll have your own killer whale in no time. Grab your pencil and let's get started on this sea creature drawing!
Form the Body
Begin by drawing a long, curved line to outline the killer whale’s body.
Add the Head
Form the shape of its head and mouth as shown. Then, draw a circle for its eye.
Draw the Teeth
Draw the sharp, pointy teeth by creating a zigzag line.
Add the Pectoral Flipper
Add the elongated shape of the orca’s pectoral flipper near its head.
Outline the Underbelly
Outline the underbelly by drawing a curved line.
Attach the Tail Flukes
Attach the pointy tail flukes at the end of its body.
Draw the Patch Spots
Draw the patch spots all over the killer whale’s body similar to the illustration.
Add the Dorsal Fin
On top of the body, draw a triangular shape of its dorsal fin.
Create Water Splashes
Create water splashes near the base of the orca’s tail.
Draw Snowy Mountains
Let’s add pointy snowy mountains in the background. Then, draw the horizon by creating a straight horizontal line.
Add Water Waves
Emphasize the waves in the water by drawing short, wavy lines.
Color the Killer Whale
Fill in the eye with black, and add a small circular shimmer. Next, color the patches with white and light gray. Now, use white for the teeth. Then, use dark shades of gray to color the rest of the killer whale’s body.
Fill in the Water
Color the water splashes with light blue. Then, use a vibrant shade of blue for the vast ocean.
Add Color to the Mountains
Use dark purple to color the mountains in the background. Then, shade its peaks with white.
Shade the Sky
Shade the sky with a light blue color.
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