How To Draw A Cartoon Fish (for young artists)

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In this lesson, young artists are guided through a fun and creative process to draw a fish step by step. Starting with a simple circle for the body and adding features like eyes, gills, scales, fins, and a tail, the lesson encourages imagination and enjoyment in the drawing experience. The final step invites artists to color their fish, emphasizing that the key to success is having fun and sharing their creations with others.
  1. What shape did we start with to make the fish’s body?
  2. What can you add to make your fish look special and fun?
  3. What is the most important thing to remember while drawing your fish?

Drawing a Fish: A Fun Guide for Young Artists

Let’s learn how to draw a fish together! This guide will help you create a fun fish drawing step by step. Get ready to use your imagination and have lots of fun!

Getting Started

Before we start, make sure you have a marker and some paper. Are you ready? Let’s begin our drawing adventure!

Step 1: Draw the Fish Body

First, draw a big circle in the middle of your paper. This circle will be the fish’s body. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just have fun! Connect the bottom of the circle back to the top to finish the fish’s body shape.

Step 2: Add the Eyes

Now, let’s give your fish some eyes. Draw a small circle on the left side of the body. Inside this circle, draw two tiny circles, one at the top right and one at the bottom. Color the big circle, but leave the tiny circles white.

Step 3: Draw the Gill

Time to add some details! Draw a big curve from the top of the fish’s head down to the bottom. This is the fish’s gill, and it makes your fish look special!

Step 4: Create the Scales

To make your fish look more real, draw small sideways U shapes all over the body. These are the fish’s scales. You can make them different sizes to add more fun!

Step 5: Add the Lips

For the fish’s lips, draw a shape that looks like a sideways or backward number three. This will give your fish a cute smile!

Step 6: Draw the Fins

Let’s add some fins! Draw an upside-down U shape on top for the top fin. Then, draw a raindrop shape for the lower fin. Add another small fin next to it that looks like a backward J.

Step 7: Create the Tail

To draw the tail, make one line that goes out and another that goes down. Connect these lines with a curve at the end to finish the tail.

Step 8: Add the Belly Fin

Finally, draw a small fin on the bottom of the fish. Start with a small curve that comes out and then curves back in.

Step 9: Color Your Fish

Now it’s time to color your fish! Use any colors you like. Maybe try different shades of blue or green. Have fun making your fish colorful!

Conclusion

Great job! You’ve drawn a fantastic fish. Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy drawing. Show your fish to your friends and family. Happy drawing!

  • What was your favorite part of drawing the fish, and why did you enjoy it the most?
  • Can you think of other animals you would like to draw using similar steps? What would you add to make them unique?
  • Have you ever seen a real fish? What colors and patterns did it have, and how would you use those in your drawing?
  1. Fish Observation Walk: Take a walk with an adult to a nearby pond, aquarium, or pet store. Look at the different types of fish you see. Notice their colors, shapes, and sizes. Can you spot any fish that look like the one you drew? Talk about what makes each fish unique. Draw your favorite fish from the walk when you get home.

  2. Fish Craft Time: Use colorful paper, scissors, and glue to create a 3D fish model. Cut out a big circle for the body and smaller shapes for the fins, tail, and eyes. Assemble your fish by gluing the pieces together. Decorate your fish with markers or stickers to add scales and other details. Display your fish at home and share your creation with your family.

  3. Story Time with Your Fish: Imagine a day in the life of your drawn fish. What adventures does it have in the ocean or a pond? Write a short story or tell a story to a friend or family member about your fish’s exciting day. Think about what your fish might see, eat, and do. Use your imagination to make the story fun and interesting!

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