How to Draw Your Own Fantasy Creature

Learn how to combine shapes and textures to invent and draw a unique fantasy creature in this simple step-by-step guide.

1. Sketch the basic shapes. Lightly use your pencil to draw three circles of different sizes on your paper. These will be the head, the body, and the tail base of your creature. Don't worry about making them perfect; they are just guides.
2. Add the wild features. Think about what makes your creature special. Does it have horns, feathers, or scales? Draw these features connecting to your circles. Use your pencil to draw light lines, then go over them with your black pen once you are happy with the shape.
3. Give it a personality. Draw the eyes, mouth, and any extra details like spots or stripes. If your creature is friendly, maybe give it big round eyes. If it is a bit mysterious, you could draw it with narrow, squinty eyes.
4. Add color and life. Use your markers or colored pencils to bring your creature to life. Try using colors that you think would help your creature hide in its natural habitat, or pick bright, neon colors to make it stand out.