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Draw the head
In the upper part of your page, draw a round head with a slightly pointy top. Add a small round ear on each side. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Gorilla
This cartoon gorilla is a round head on a big wide body, with a light peanut shaped face and long thick arms. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 6 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 20 minutes Easy level Ages 6 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon gorilla, step by step
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Draw the face shape
Inside the head, draw a face shape like a peanut. It has two round bumps at the top for the eyes and a wider round part at the bottom for the mouth.
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Draw the eyes and brow
In the two top bumps, draw a round eye in each. Color them dark and leave a white dot for the shine. Above the eyes, draw a curved line that dips in the middle for the big brow.
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Draw the nose and mouth
In the middle of the face, draw a wide nose shaped like a soft oval with two big dark nostrils. Under it, draw a long, happy smile.
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Draw the big body
Under the head, draw a big, wide body with strong round shoulders. On the chest, draw a big light oval.
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Add the arms and feet
On each side, draw a long thick arm that comes down from the shoulder almost to the ground. At the end of each arm, draw a big round hand. At the bottom of the body, draw two wide feet.
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Color your gorilla
Color the fur dark grey. Color the face, ears, chest, hands and feet light brown and the nose dark brown. Keep the eyes and nostrils dark.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon gorilla
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Big and wide
Make the body much wider than the head. That is what makes a gorilla look strong.
3
Friendly brow
Keep the brow line soft and curved so the gorilla looks kind, not angry.
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Long arms
Gorilla arms are long. Let the hands reach down near the feet.
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Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
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Add a banana
Draw a yellow banana in one hand for a fun snack.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon gorilla in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon gorilla easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 6 can follow it. Younger kids can draw the face patch as a simple oval.
How do I draw a gorilla face?
Draw a light peanut shape inside the head, with eyes in the top bumps, a wide nose in the middle and a smile at the bottom.
What colors do I need for a cartoon gorilla?
Dark grey, light brown and dark brown.
Can I draw a baby gorilla with these steps?
Yes. Make the head bigger compared to the body and the eyes a little larger.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
