Drawing a wolf can be super fun! Let’s learn how to draw a wolf step by step. Grab your marker, paper, and colored pencils, and let’s get started!
Start by drawing a small circle for the wolf’s eye in the top left corner of your paper. Add a point at the bottom left and another at the top right to shape the eye.
Draw a curve above the eye for the forehead and top of the head. Make sure it lines up with the bottom of the eye.
Draw a small backward “C” shape for the nose. Then, draw a line that curves back under the nose to form the mouth.
Draw an “A” shape for the first ear, curving at the top. Do the same for the second ear, making sure they are the same height.
Start under the jaw and draw a zigzag line down to form the neck and chest. This will make it look natural.
Inside the chest, draw a curve for the first front leg, then a straight line down. For the paw, draw an upside-down “U” and connect the sides at the bottom. Add zigzag lines for the toes. Repeat for the second front leg.
Draw zigzag lines from the top of the head behind the ears to thicken the neck. Then, draw a line that curves down for the back, adding zigzags where the tail will start.
Draw a curve that bends backward for the back leg, followed by a straight line down. Use the upside-down “U” method for the paw, adding toes and connecting the lines.
Draw the belly with zigzags that curve into the back leg. Space out the second back leg a bit and repeat the steps for the paw.
Draw a bushy tail extending from the back using zigzag lines to give it texture.
Use your colored pencils to create fur texture with short strokes. Start with the head and neck, then move to the tail. Keep your strokes short and varied.
Shade the back legs and paws to add depth. Start dark near the body and lighten as you move down to create a shadow effect.
Use a sharp black colored pencil to add darker patches to the wolf’s fur, especially on the forehead, ears, and body. Blend these with the gray for a natural look.
Look over your drawing and make any changes you like. Remember, your drawing is special, and it’s okay if it looks different from the example. The most important thing is to have fun and practice!
Great job on your wolf drawing! If you liked this, try drawing more wolves in different poses. Show your artwork to friends and family, and keep practicing. Happy drawing!
Wolf Observation Walk: Take a walk in a nearby park or your backyard and observe any animals you see. Notice their shapes, how they move, and the textures of their fur or feathers. Try to find similarities between these animals and the wolf you drew. Discuss with a friend or family member how observing real animals can help improve your drawing skills.
Create a Wolf Story: Use your wolf drawing as the main character in a short story. Think about where your wolf lives, what adventures it might have, and who its friends are. Write a few sentences or tell your story to someone at home. This will help you think creatively about your drawing and give your wolf a personality.
Texture Hunt: Look around your home for different textures that you can feel with your fingers, like a soft blanket, a rough carpet, or a smooth table. Compare these textures to the fur texture you added to your wolf drawing. Try drawing a small patch of fur using different pencil strokes to mimic these textures, and see how it changes the look of your wolf.
