How to Draw a Zebra
Learn how to draw a zebra step by step. This page keeps every zebra lesson in one place, like a cute cartoon zebra with a spiky mane, a grey muzzle and bold black stripes. Each lesson shows one step at a time in pencil, so it is easy to follow.
What makes a cartoon zebra
A tall head with a big round muzzle, small pointy ears, a short spiky mane and bold black stripes. A cartoon zebra looks like a cute horse wearing pajamas.
Tips for drawing a zebra
- Draw the body before the stripes.
- Make the stripes pointy at the ends.
- Color the muzzle grey and the hooves black.
- Keep the mane short and spiky.
Questions people ask
How do you draw a zebra for kids?
Draw a tall head with a round muzzle, two pointy ears and a spiky forelock. Add a pear shaped body, a spiky mane, legs with hooves, a tail and pointy black stripes.
What colors do you use for a cartoon zebra?
White for the body, black for the stripes, mane, tail and hooves, and grey for the muzzle.
Is a zebra white with black stripes or black with white stripes?
Scientists say zebras have dark skin with white and black fur. For a drawing, it is easiest to leave the paper white and color the black stripes.