How to Draw a Dragonfly

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How to Draw a Dragonfly

Want to learn how to draw how to draw a dragonfly? This tutorial will help you do it in just 34 simple steps, with clear illustrations for each step. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, the steps below are easy to understand and follow.

You just need a pencil, drawing paper, and an eraser — then start drawing step by step!

This lesson includes 5 different ways to draw. Choose the one that suits you best!

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids

7 steps

1

Step 1

First, draw the head and body.

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 1

2

Step 2

Next, draw the tail.

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 2

3

Step 3

Now, draw the wings.

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 3

4

Step 4

Draw the legs.

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 4

5

Step 5

Add some details on the wings.

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 5

6

Step 6

Draw stripes on the tail.

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 6

7

Step 7

And that's it, your dragonfly drawing is complete!

A Simple and Beautiful Dragonfly Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 7

Practice drawing all steps

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly

7 steps

1

Step 1

First, draw the head of the dragonfly.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 1

2

Step 2

Next, draw the eyes.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 2

3

Step 3

Now, let's draw the body and tail of the dragonfly.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 3

4

Step 4

Don't forget to draw the wings.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 4

5

Step 5

The dragonfly's legs are essential.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 5

6

Step 6

Next, draw the mouth of the dragonfly.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 6

7

Step 7

Finally, color it to complete the picture.

Easy Drawing Guide: Dragonfly - Step 7

Practice drawing all steps

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly

6 steps

1

Step 1

First, draw the eyes and head of the dragonfly.

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly - Step 1

2

Step 2

Next, draw the wings.

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly - Step 2

3

Step 3

Complete the wings.

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly - Step 3

4

Step 4

Now, let's draw the body of the dragonfly.

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly - Step 4

5

Step 5

Then, draw the tail.

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly - Step 5

6

Step 6

Finally, color it in to create a beautiful picture.

How to Draw a Simple Dragonfly - Step 6

Practice drawing all steps

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids

7 steps

1

Step 1

First, draw the head.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 1

2

Step 2

Next, draw the eyes and mouth of the dragonfly.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 2

3

Step 3

Now, let's draw the abdomen.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 3

4

Step 4

Don't forget the tail.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 4

5

Step 5

Draw the wings.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 5

6

Step 6

Next, draw the dragonfly's four legs.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 6

7

Step 7

Finally, color it to complete the picture.

Step-by-step Guide to Drawing a Dragonfly for Kids - Step 7

Practice drawing all steps

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight

7 steps

1

Step 1

First, draw the head of the dragonfly.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 1

2

Step 2

Next, draw the eyes.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 2

3

Step 3

Don't forget the legs of the dragonfly.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 3

4

Step 4

Now, draw the body of the dragonfly.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 4

5

Step 5

Let's draw the wings.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 5

6

Step 6

Next, draw the tail.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 6

7

Step 7

Finally, color it in to create a beautiful picture.

How to Draw a Dragonfly in Flight - Step 7

Practice drawing all steps

▶Drawing tips

Draw lightly with a pencil first, then darken the lines when you're satisfied.
You don't need to draw exactly like the sample — add your own style!
After finishing your drawing, you can color it directly on Tomau.AI to make it more vibrant.

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