How To Draw A Squirrel

Little squirrels are adorable creatures! Use this tutorial to learn how to draw a squirrel using a cartoon approach. These amusing animals are the forest’s acrobats. We can see them tightroping across vines and leaping from limb to branch. In this tutorial, we will show you how to draw a squirrel. Drawing a squirrel only requires a few construction lines to determine the exact measurements, making it rather easy to do. This squirrel sketching tutorial will walk you through every step of the process, from drawing its fluffy tail to its small, beady eyes! So, let’s get started with this squirrel.

How to Draw a Squirrel

Ensure you have the following supplies ready:
Pencils: A variety of graphite pencils for sketching and shading.
Erasers: Regular erasers for precision.
Paper: High-quality paper or a sketchbook.
Reference images: Gather images of the character.

Step 1 – Drawing face

Squirrel Drawing Step 1

We are going to start by drawing the top of its head. We need to draw a

soft little curve. This is directly on the top. Now, we are going to bring the curve down and start to drawthat dumpling shape. So, it is going to get wider as we come down  for the cheek area. Then, we are just going to go ahead and connect it at the bottom. So, squash it a little bit more at the bottom and connect it.

Step 2 – Drawing ears

Squirrel Drawing Step 2

Then, from there, let’s just come up. Draw the little ears for the squirrel. Next, draw a curve up and soften the point. Bring it down. Then, we are just going to do the same thing on the other side. Put the same thing, a soft point, at the top, and then bring it down. Together, two little ears in now.

Step 3 – Drawing nose

Squirrel Drawing Step 3

Let’s bring it to life. So, towards the bottom, there in the center, we are going to draw his little nose. We are going to draw a curve. And from there, we are going to brown it off. We are going to go ahead and just shade that part. We give a little highlight at the top and then shade the rest in.  Then, from there, we can come down and just give it a straight line, just a very small line. Then, bring up a curve. And, put the same thing on the other side. Then you cap it off.

Step 4 – Drawing eyes

Squirrel Drawing Step 4

Now, let’s draw the eyes. We are just going to come right across and draw the eyes. So, it is going to be a nice circle towards the edge. Draw the same thing on the other side, towards the edge, once again. 

Next, draw a big-size circle. Now, draw two small circles inside for highlights and a curved line at the bottom and shade in the top. Add the same thing on that side. Two small circles inside for highlights, a curved line at the bottom and shading at the top.  Finally, there is a huge eye and lines at the bottom. Then, let’s come up over the eye and just draw a small curve to anchor the eyes on both sides. 

Step 5 – Drawing whiskers

Squirrel Drawing Step 5

Then, let’s come to the bottom. We are just going to add two little whiskers on each side of this squirrel’ cheek. 

Step 6 – Drawing upper body

Squirrel Drawing Step 6

Now, let’s draw this cute little body. We are going to come to the sides and center the head. We are going to draw two little lines to center the head. From there, we are just going to bring this down a little bit more for the body. Then, we are going to start to draw his hands. The hand is coming towards the center but we will not touch the center. Give it a little gap and put the same thing on the other side. Just two little hands like that. By leaving a little gap, you can put whatever you want in there. So, your squirrel can hold something. From there, we are going to bring down a curve for the arms and up.

Step 7 – Drawing lower body

Squirrel Drawing Step 7

From there, let’s bring this down a little bit more. The body on both sides and then let’s bring out a little curve that comes out for the legs on both sides.  Now, let’s come in and we are going to draw the tummy area. We are going to indicate some fur by drawing some curved zigzags. Bring it around. Add the same thing on the other side. 

Step 8 – Drawing legs

Squirrel Drawing Step 8

From there, we are going to come to the bottom. Then, just draw a curve for the feet  to make it simple and connected. You can add a little curve to the toes. Draw the same thing on the other side and connect it. Then, at the bottom, connect it with a soft curve. 

Step 9 – Drawing tail

Squirrel Drawing Step 9

Now, come to the most “squirrel” part! Let’s draw the tail. We aregoing to draw a huge curve that goes out. So, we are just going to bring out that nice fluffy tail all the way around. Then, from there, we are going to come in with a curve. And drag that line all the way back. We are going to give it one big sweep and bring it back. Then, come in and just connect that part. 

Step 10 – Let’s color!

Squirrel Drawing Step 10

Now, you have a nice fluffy tail for the squirrel. Then, if you want it, you could put a little seed that the squirrel is holding. So, we are just going to add a little curve or nut, whatever you like. Put some lines inside to give it some depth.  Also, give it a little heart. Because he is outside, let’s draw some grass and some dandelions. 

Your Drawing Is Complete Now!

So there are our drastic, cute squirrels. You have learned how to draw a squirrel and finished drawing your cartoon squirrel outline. We hope you guys like how it turned out. 

Tips on How to Draw a Squirrel

What comes next, now that you know how to draw a squirrel? You must practice if you want to become proficient at drawing and other arts. You will get better the more you practice. Consider incorporating it into your regular schedule, even if it is only for a short while every day. Before you know it, those minutes will add up.

Anyone can learn the skills of sketching and painting. All it takes is regular practice over time. So gather your materials and get ready to enjoy yourself while learning how to draw a squirrel with our simple step-by-step guide.

FAQs on How to Draw a Squirrel

1. How can I draw a squirrel faster?

Drawing practice exercises will help you have a better understanding of what a squirrel looks like. It can be completed in a matter of minutes.

• Grab a piece of paper and a drawing tool. 
• For three or five minutes, set a timer.

Then, before you run out of time, just draw as many squirrels as you can. Pay no attention to the small details.

2. How difficult is it to learn how to draw a Squirrel?

You may have assumed that drawing a squirrel would be difficult. Do not worry, with our instruction, we will show simple steps to  how to draw a squirrel. Those steps are simple even for a beginner to follow. You will have mastered the art of drawing a cute squirrel by the end.

3. What are the materials for drawing a squirrel?

Do not worry about that. You will not need to buy expensive or numerous drawing materials. Just these three key things: pencil, paper, and color. Now, you know how to draw a squirrel. It is time for you to start putting your understanding on paper.