1Step 1 of 7
Draw the back body
Near the top of your page, draw a big round shape for the back of the body. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Tarantula
This cartoon tarantula is a big back body, a round front body, big eyes, tiny eyes, a smile, small fangs, eight thick bent legs, fuzz and leg bands. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 20 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon tarantula, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Draw the front body
In front of it, draw a smaller round shape for the head part.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the face
Draw two big round eyes with a white shine, a few tiny eyes above them, a smile and two small fangs.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the front legs
On each side, draw two thick bent legs with the knees up high.
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Draw the back legs
Under those, draw two more thick bent legs on each side, so there are eight legs in total.
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Add the fuzz and leg bands
Draw short lines on the body to make it look fuzzy, and a round band on each leg.
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Color your tarantula
Dark brown for the body and legs, lighter brown for the back body, and orange for the leg bands.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon tarantula
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Eight legs
Draw four legs on each side with the knees up high.
3
Fuzzy look
Short lines around the body make the tarantula look fuzzy.
4
Leg bands
A round orange band on each leg makes it bright and fun.
5
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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Make it your own
Once you finish your tarantula, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon tarantula in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon tarantula easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
How many eyes does a tarantula have?
A tarantula has eight small eyes, but it cannot see very well.
Are tarantulas dangerous?
Most tarantulas are gentle, but they can bite, so it is best not to touch one.
What colors do I need for a cartoon tarantula?
Dark brown, lighter brown and orange.
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.
