How to Draw a Gorilla
Learn how to draw a gorilla step by step. This page keeps every gorilla lesson in one place, like a friendly cartoon gorilla with big strong arms. Each lesson shows one step at a time in pencil, so it is easy to follow.
What makes a cartoon gorilla
A round head with a slightly pointy top, a light face shaped like a peanut, a big brow, a wide nose, a huge body and long thick arms. Making the body big and wide shows how strong a gorilla is.
Tips for drawing a gorilla
- Draw the face patch with two bumps on top for the eyes.
- Make the nose wide with two big nostrils.
- Draw the body much wider than the head.
- Let the long arms reach almost to the ground.
Questions people ask
How do you draw a gorilla for kids?
Draw a round head with small ears, a peanut shaped face, eyes with a brow, a wide nose and a smile. Then draw a big wide body with a chest patch, long thick arms and two feet.
What colors do you use for a cartoon gorilla?
Dark grey or black for the fur, and light brown or grey for the face, ears, chest, hands and feet.
What is the difference between drawing a gorilla and a monkey?
A gorilla has a much bigger, wider body, a big brow, no tail and very long strong arms. A monkey is small with a long tail.