How To Draw A Triceratops Dinosaur

Do you want to differentiate your normal day with a new creative activity? We will take you through a drawing tutorial on how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur. Some of the most terrifying animals to have ever lived on Earth are dinosaurs. Although they became extinct millions of years ago, their lifestyle is suggested by the fossil record. Dinosaurs are not truly gone, as birds descended from them. But do not expect to see triceratops ambling around your neighborhood very soon. Instead, you can find them in movies or pictures. And you can create a triceratops dinosaur on paper yourself!

It can be difficult to draw a dinosaur because these creatures are big and pretty! Do not worry. We have simplified steps to draw your own dinosaur. Now, it is your turn.  Let’s stay tuned. Are you excited? So let’s learn how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur with Jorz.art

How to Draw a Triceratops Dinosaur

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 the eye

Triceratops Dinosaur Step 1

To draw this dinosaur, let’s first start by drawing its eyes. We are going to start with a circle—not too big, just a small little circle. And then inside, we are just going to draw another circle and shade it in. Then around it, we are just going to draw some of these crease lines or wrinkle lines. Around it there, just to give it some detail. It looks kind of weird right now. It is all going to come together, we promise. 

So then, from there, let’s come above this eye. It is on the edge, we are going straight up. Just make a point from there. We are going to start to bring down a very slight curve. It is very slight.

Step 2 – Drawing the head

Triceratops Dinasour Drawing Step 2

We are going to start to draw the head. Start drawing a curve and this is going to be where the horn is going to set. But before we finish that horn, let’s come back down there so we have a bit of space. We are going to start and draw another curve that comes down for the front horn. So it is just these two shapes right there. Then, from there, let’s go in and put this little snout horn right there. It is just a curve, round off the tip and bring it back down. It is just like drawing a rhino, right?  So then, from there, we are going to start to draw this toothless beak that this triceratop has. We are going to come down with a curve. Let’s take this step by step. Slowly, build this triceratop. We are going to come in there, kind of rounding off the edge once again. Give it a little curve, like we are drawing a beak. Then, pass the point. 

Then we are going to come in with a curve and bring it up. We are bringing it up because we want the triceratop to be happy. So, we are  making it this way because it makes it look happier. Then let’s make it look like it has a smile. That is why you should come with a curve.  So we have the beak right there, and then we need to draw the bottom beak. Let’s come back. Now we are going to draw a curve and then the bottom part. So we are going to come in and draw another curve. Let’s just go ahead and connect it with a curve. Then you can come in here and just add a little curve to cap it off.  

Now we have that part. Let’s come through the area, and we are just going to give it a slight dip and come down. 

Step 3 – Drawing the horns

Triceratops Dinasour Drawing Step 3

So now, let’s go back up before we can figure out the bottom part. Let’s come up and draw these forward pointing horns in the little area that you made before. We are going to go up a curve. We are going to round off our tip once again and bring it right back down. 

Then we are going to draw the back one. It is going to be coming in a little bit. Draw a curve once again, round off the tip, and just tuck it in behind the front ones. There are two horns in there. 

Step 4 – Drawing the frill

Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Step 4

So then, from there, we are going to draw the bony frill. We are going to start with a big curve that comes up. We are going to start to round it off. We start to draw a big curve that comes down. We are totally simplifying this frill right there just to make it a little bit easier. To give a little groove, just like a horn, come in with a little curve and then add the points in there. But to simplify it, just make it smooth.  Then let’s come back to this area where the eye is. From where you start your eye, come right down in the area so kind of where the mouth is. We are going to give a point so the mouth is right there, and we are going to start to draw the cheek. So come down, and we are going to bring this down. 

You curve down and then go back up. So now we can go ahead and connect back to this. So just cover a little bit and connect it there. This part is very important; it is a little cheek area for the triceratop. So then, from there, we are going to draw another curve for some details. Now put in all the points on the edges. Let’s then draw a bunch of curves that go all the way around. 

If you were comfortable, you would just draw these curves like this and then come up there and add the point. Obviously, if you are using a pencil, definitely do that and  then come back in there and erase.  There is going to be more there, so we are going to add a little bit more and maybe a smaller one right there. We will definitely go in there and erase it later. Then, from there, let’s start to draw the bottom and we are going to bring this down. Start to curve it up. 

Step 5 – Drawing Front Legs

Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Step 5

Then our bodies are going to start. Let’s see where the horn is. About right there, we are going to start the body. We are going to start going up. We start drawing this big oval shape in the area. We are going to start the front legs. Right underneath this frill, let’s come right there. We are drawing a curve, so their legs are very strong and short. 

We are going to curve it out. let’s see here so then the other side would be about right there. Nice and thick, follow the front and bring it down.

Then we are going to come over there and connect it. A slight curve, and then you can draw the nails. Pop it out a little bit and then the back one. It is kind of following the front one. And then just go ahead and tuck it in and once again, nail and pop it out from there. We are going to start to imagine this curve. It is going to come down for the belly area. We will go ahead and continue this curve. 

Step 6 – Drawing Body and The Other Leg

Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Step 6

And we are going to go back and forth to build the body. We are going to start to bring it down. Just a nice little curve at the top, and we will start to bring it down, and then before we finish that, let’s draw the back legs so about in this area. We are going to start with the back legs so let’s once again draw the same curve in the same area. We are going to bring this up. We are stirring that area so we get the general shape. And once again in this area right there, and then curve just like the front and connect it. And then, from this part, we are going to bring it up. 

Then let’s go ahead and connect our belly area. From there, we can imagine

this curve is going through so it is going to pop out. We are going to start to curve in, so as you can see, we are starting to bring it together. 

Step 7 – Drawing Tail

Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Step 7

Now, start to draw the tail. Let’s start to bring out a nice thick tail. Back and forth and  let’s kind of end it. Round off the edge and bring it together. There all done!

Step 8 – Drawing More Details

Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Step 8

Now, let’s add in some details. You can add in some crease lines on the back leg. Then, you come into the knee area. There would be some wrinkle lines and some crease lines. Just add some to the drawing. 

Then we are going to come down and draw the under part of our dinosaur. Let’s just draw a curve and it is going to continue for the belly area. You can also just do this when you are coloring it. It is not such a harsh black line but you want to make the bottom part a little bit lighter. Just go ahead and taper it off into the tail. And then, of course, you can add some patterns. It is up to you how you want to decorate your triceratop. 

We have no clue but that looks pretty cool. To make it a drastic triceratop, we are going to add a little heart. And do not forget to draw the nostril. It is just like a little teardrop. Then, bring in a little curve. 

Step 9 – Let’s color!

Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Step 9

Now you can color the dinosaur with different coloring options. We are excited to see your creativity when it comes to coloring your triceratop dinosaur. Let’s grab your colors and start coloring!

Your Triceratops Dinosaur Drawing Is Complete Now!

So there, that is pretty much it for this triceratop. We hope we made it easy for you to follow along. Thanks so much for reading. We hope you have been loving our guides on how to draw triceratops dinosaurs. Now you have a dinosaur on your table. And we hope you get excited as well.

We wish guys loved them. We understand that it may be challenging to draw a dinosaur. But we trust your patience and creativity. Take your time to practice, and let’s see your dino become prettier gradually. 

Tips on How to Draw A Triceratops Dinosaur

Triceratop dinosaurs are not easy to draw. You should draw on a draft paper first. When you feel well-prepared enough, let your hand move on the drawing paper. Draw it step by step, based on our guides on how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur, and you will be surprised by the final result. So, let’s start your artistic journey today. 

And do not forget to get good-quality drawing tools to draw a good shape of triceratop dinosaur. A good pencil lets you draw firm lines with steady movements. Good colors allow you to fill in great colors for your dino. And therefore, it gives your dinosaur a better look and feel.

FAQs on How to Draw A Triceratops Dinosaur

1. What are the tools for drawing a Triceratops Dinosaur?

You should use these tools for your drawing:

• First, good drawing paper allow you to draw well
• Secondly, good pencil with firm tip helps you draw more complicated lines
• Finally, solors: you can use various types of coloring tools such as crayons, colored pencils, gel pens,…

2. What are the things I need to pay attention to while drawing Triceratops Dinosaur?

For this dinosaur, there are many complex parts to draw. If you are a beginner, you may find it quite hard to learn how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur. Please do not be discouraged. You should practice how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur More often. Then the perfect lines will be drawn on your paper.

3. How can I draw a good Triceratops Dinosaur?

First, we want you to be confident about your abilities. Perhaps, at some first trials, the results are not what you expect. Please do not worry. Every great thing starts with a small and simple step. Feel free to learn from your mistakes. They are necessary for improvement in your drawing ability.

And, of course, you should follow our guide on how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur. We are confident that our guide on how to draw a Triceratops Dinosaur is suitable for you to try with a bit of patience. 

Finally, do not forget to enjoy your drawing time. Good emotion is really important if you want to finish your drawing of Triceratops Dinosaur.