How To Draw A Cartoon Wolf

Would you like to sketch a lovely cartoon wolf? We will walk you through drawing a cartoon wolf from start to finish in this tutorial, using no outside help. You will discover how to design the posture, add the body, get the right head proportions, and coat everything with fur. Any tools you desire are yours to utilize!

These are some fascinating facts about wolves that you might find intriguing before we start our sketching session.

• Wolves live in packs, which can consist of two individuals or up to twenty-five or more.
• There are 42 teeth in wolves.
• Although they have been known to live up to 14 years, wolves only have an average lifespan of 7 years in the wild.

To complete your drawing of a cartoon wolf, you should prepare some necessary tools below: 

• Sketch pencils
• Colors
• Good paper
• Other useful tools: Eraser, markers, etc. 

Now, let’s see how to draw a cartoon wolf. 

How To Draw A Cartoon Wolf

Step 1 – Drawing head

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 1

Let’s first start by drawing the little hair on top of his head. We are drawing some zigzags, some curves up and down and up and down. Then we are going to bring down a curve for the top of his head. And let’s do the same thing on the other side. Then, we are going to start to bring this down even more and widen it as we go down. Of course, draw the same thing on the other side. 

Now, get to the widest part, where his cheeks are. We are going to start to draw some zigzags with the fur on the side of his face. Bring it down, go up and down like and add on the same thing on the other side. Then, we are going to bring it together with a nice curve and connect it. So, there we go wolf’s head in. 

Step 2 – Drawing face and nose

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 2

Come down right where the tufts of fur on the side of his face are. We are going to come right in the center and start to draw his nose. In the center, we are going to give a curve. We are going to bring it and curve it around. Then, connect it.  You can shade it in. We are just going to give a little highlight at the top and shade it in.  Then, from there, we are going to start to create a curve that goes up and around.  This is going to be to give the markings of the bridge of his nose. So we are going to come up from the nose. We are going to go up with a curve all the way around. 

Then, about right where the fur area is, we are going to draw the same thing, some tufts of fur. So the same thing must be drawn on the other side. We are going to go up and come all the way to my point and then bring it around. 

Step 3 – Drawing eyes

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 3

Now, we have the nose nicely anchored. So, we know where to put the eyes. We are going to draw a big circle. Add the same thing on the other side. Draw two circles and then we will make them. Draw secure eyes. Add two small circles inside for highlights, a curved line at the bottom and shade in the top. So, he got his eyes in. Then, we are going to come out to the top, and just draw a little curve to anchor his eyes. It always looks like a fox or a chipmunk. 

Step 4 – Drawing mouth and ears

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 4

We are going to draw this big ear. You must go up of a curve and bring it down, nice, big ears for a wolf. Then, we are going to come in and draw another curve. It is thinner on one edge. We are  just going to go straight across. You determine where the other ear should be. It will not be perfect but let’s just try our best. Let’s give ourselves a point and we are going to curve to that point and bring it down. Then, put the same thing thicker on the other side and bring it in. So we have the ears now. 

Finally, let’s draw the mouth so we are just going to be drawing this really flattened out, right under the nose. We are going to come towards the center, come up and down and up and cap it off. Hopefully, now he looks like a wolf and not a chipmunk anymore. 

Step 5 – Drawing Neck

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 5

So now we have his face in. Let’s draw that little hair on his neck or chest area. We are going to draw a curve that comes out on both sides. Centering the head and we are going to come in once again with those zigzags. Then, we are going to bring it down. So the side is going to kind of curve out and then connect. Then, you can draw another layer and connect it. So now, we have the fur right there on his chest. 

Step 6 – Drawing body

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 6

Then, from there, we are going to start to draw the body. We are going to come in and draw a curve on both sides and connect it. Let’s make him nice and chubby and connect them. So, it is just a nice body. 

Step 7 – Drawing hands

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 7

And then, from there, let’s draw the arms. It is very simplified so we are just going to come down with a curve. We are going to, once again, just zigzag it a little bit. Then, bring in the pause. Just curve and you can draw two little lines for details. Let’s do the same thing on the other side.  We are just going to come over and make a point so we know where to end the fur. So, we have got a curve and once again zigzag and paw. Add the two little curves inside. 

Step 8 – Drawing legs

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 8

Then, from there, let’s draw the legs. We are going to come towards the center. We are going to draw a slight curve on both sides. Then, towards this outside area, we are going to bring in the curve. And the same thing on the other side. We are going to zigzag it once again and bring in the foot. So, we are going to come out with a curve.  Draw two little curves. Add the same thing on the other side. Come down and we are going to bring it out and then connect it. Then, once again, two little curves for the foot. 

Step 9 – Drawing tail

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 9 

Now, it is the time for the tail. We are going to imagine. We are going to come up with a tail. We are going to go up with a nice long tail. Bring it in. Keep going up and bring it in one more time and then out. And then curve it back so it is going to be behind his head. And then you can come in. Just draw some random zigzags to separate the colors. 

Step 10 – Coloring

Cartoon Wolf Drawing Step 9

Add color to your illustration. Wolves can be found in a variety of hues, including gray with hints of red, brown, black, and white. 

Your Drawing Is Complete Now!

You now know the step-by-step method for drawing a cartoon wolf! It is now your chance to apply all you have learned in this comprehensive course. We hope you like this cute little wolf that we taught you.

Tips on How to Draw a cartoon wolf

You succeeded! Well done on your WOLF drawing! Even though things may not have gone as well as you had wanted on your first try, we are sure you will see a significant improvement after trying one or two more times. Drawing wolves is a skill that is best learned through extensive practice. Yes, drawing has the same rules as other activities. Through practice, you will sharpen your skills. Thanks to that, you will produce good drawings with better effects. Keep practicing and enjoying your drawing experience. Follow our guides on how to draw a cartoon wolf and let’s enjoy your drawing process.

FAQs on How to Draw a cartoon wolf

1. How long does it take to draw a cartoon wolf?

Drawing is like running. Everyone has his or her own speed. But all will finally complete the race. The speed will depend on your ability and experience. If the drawing is easy for you, you will draw it faster. Or if you want to add more effects to your wolf, it requires time and better techniques. We hope that, at whatever speed, you will always enjoy the process of drawing. And remember to read our guides on how to draw a cartoon wolf carefully before getting started.

2. Is it difficult to draw a cartoon wolf?

As you can see in our step-by-step guide on how to draw a cartoon wolf, drawing a cartoon wolf is not difficult, even for a kid or a beginner. Read our tutorial on how to draw a cartoon wolf carefully and keep practicing. You will then find drawing gradually easier. 

3. What should I care about when drawing a cartoon wolf?

Because it is easy to complete a wolf drawing, we suggest you take care of your drawing tools and materials, so you can make sure that you have a smooth drawing experience. You do not need to buy expensive supplies; just good tools are enough for you to draw a wolf effectively.