How to Draw a Whale
Learn how to draw a whale step by step. This page keeps every whale lesson in one place, like a happy blue cartoon whale spraying water from its blowhole. Each lesson shows one step at a time in pencil, so it is easy to follow.
What makes a cartoon whale
A big round body, a long smile, a tail with two flukes and a fountain of water on top. The water spout is the fun part that every kid knows from whale pictures.
Tips for drawing a whale
- Make the head end of the body big and round.
- Curve the tail up so the whale looks happy.
- Draw short lines across the belly for the grooves.
- Add water drops around the spout.
Questions people ask
How do you draw a whale for kids?
Draw a big round body, an eye and a long smile. Add a tail curving up with two flukes, a light belly with lines, a small flipper and a water spout on top.
What colors do you use for a cartoon whale?
Blue for the body, tail and flipper, very light blue for the belly, and light blue for the water.
Why do whales spray water?
Whales breathe air through a blowhole on top of their head. When they breathe out, it makes a spray of water and air.