How to Draw a Squirrel

Animals

How to Draw a Squirrel

Want to learn how to draw how to draw a squirrel? This tutorial will help you do it in just 33 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 3 different ways to draw. Choose the one that suits you best!

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids

10 steps

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Step 1

First, draw the head of the squirrel.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 1

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Step 2

Next, draw the face of the squirrel.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 2

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Step 3

Draw big, round eyes.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 3

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Step 4

Draw the ears on top of its head.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 4

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Step 5

Draw the body of the squirrel.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 5

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Step 6

Draw the squirrel's arms.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 6

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Step 7

Add an acorn in the squirrel's hands.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 7

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Step 8

Draw the legs of the squirrel.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 8

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Step 9

Draw a curly tail at the back of the squirrel.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 9

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Step 10

Color the drawing to make the squirrel look better.

Simple and Cute Squirrel Drawing Tutorial for Kids - Step 10

Practice drawing all steps

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel

11 steps

1

Step 1

Draw a curve to form the outer body of the squirrel.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 1

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Step 2

Add a small curve below to create the squirrel's leg.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 2

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Step 3

Draw another small curve for the other leg of the squirrel.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 3

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Step 4

Draw a small curve at the head to create the face and nose of the squirrel.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 4

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Step 5

Draw a small circle on the head for the eye.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 5

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Step 6

Draw the mouth and nose for the squirrel with simple lines.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 6

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Step 7

Add two small ears on the squirrel's head.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 7

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Step 8

Draw two small arms in front to depict the squirrel sitting.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 8

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Step 9

Add details on the body to create the fur texture.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 9

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Step 10

Add a large curved tail at the back to complete the overall shape of the squirrel.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 10

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Step 11

Color the drawing.

How to Draw a Cute Brown Squirrel - Step 11

Practice drawing all steps

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel.

12 steps

1

Step 1

Start by drawing a small curve to create the top fur of the squirrel's head.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 1

2

Step 2

Continue shaping the head by connecting curves to form a slightly puffed round shape.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 2

3

Step 3

Add two small pointy ears on top of the head.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 3

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Step 4

Draw the mouth of the squirrel.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 4

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Step 5

Add facial details, including the nose and mouth. Curved lines represent a smiling mouth and draw two front teeth.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 5

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Step 6

Draw lively eyes to make the face more expressive.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 6

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Step 7

Draw the body of the squirrel with a curve behind the head.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 7

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Step 8

Add the front legs of the squirrel.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 8

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Step 9

Draw the two back legs to form the shape of a sitting squirrel.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 9

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Step 10

Add curved lines to shape a large, curved tail behind.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 10

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Step 11

Complete the tail details, making it look fluffy and lively.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 11

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Step 12

Color the drawing.

Guide to Drawing a Happy Squirrel. - Step 12

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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