To draw an easy dinosaur, you can follow these simple steps based on a popular method for drawing a cartoon T. rex:
- Start by sketching basic shapes: a triangle for the tail, a circle for the body, and a rectangle for the head.
- Draw a zigzag line starting near the center of the circle to form the dinosaur’s back and add a small rectangle at the bottom for the foot.
- Outline the dinosaur’s back by drawing a wavy line along the triangle and circle shapes.
- Shape the head by rounding the rectangle’s corners and adding a bump above where the eye will be, leaving a gap for the mouth.
- Draw a curvy mouth with matching top and bottom lines.
- Use the zigzag and rectangle as guides to draw legs and feet with curved lines and toes.
- Add the belly by drawing a curved line around the circle.
- Sketch small arms with curved lines and add fingers.
- Draw a neck line connecting the head and body.
- Add a second arm and leg on the other side.
- Erase unnecessary pencil lines.
- Add details like eyes, nostrils, teeth, claws, and any patterns or markings.
- Finally, color your dinosaur as you like.
This approach simplifies the dinosaur into easy shapes and lines, making it accessible for beginners and children
. Alternatively, you can watch step-by-step drawing tutorials on YouTube that guide you through drawing various dinosaurs like Velociraptors or Pteranodons with simple shapes and lines, which can be fun and easy to follow
. In summary, breaking the dinosaur down into basic shapes and gradually adding details is the easiest way to draw a dinosaur for beginners. Coloring and adding personal touches will bring your drawing to life.
