Draw Donkey Kong
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how to create your very own illustration of Donkey Kong. The process is straightforward and focuses on using basic shapes to build your drawing. You will start by outlining the main features and then move on to adding color to make your artwork stand out.
As you work through the lesson, you’ll explore different aspects of character design. This includes paying attention to details like Donkey Kong’s unique necktie and facial features. Remember, you can choose your own colors to make your drawing special.
By the end of this lesson, you will have a completed drawing of Donkey Kong that showcases your skills. This is a great opportunity to practice and improve your illustration techniques while having fun with colors and shapes!
Materials
- Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons, Colored Pencils, or Markers
- Black Marker (optional)
Are you excited to start drawing? Begin by creating simple outlines to shape your Donkey Kong. This will help you see how everything fits together. Once you have the outlines ready, you can add some shading to give your drawing depth and personality. Keep an eye on the different types of lines and their angles as you go along; they are important for capturing Donkey Kong’s unique look. With each line you draw, you’ll be getting closer to a fantastic illustration of this iconic video game character! So grab your pencil and let’s make something amazing together!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Draw the Muzzle
Start by drawing an oval shape for Donkey Kong’s snout. Form two bumps on the top part of the muzzle and add two dots for the nostrils.
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Add the Mouth
Draw Donkey Kong’s wide, toothy grin.
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Draw the Eyes
Draw two rounded eyes above the muzzle. Then, outline the skin around the eyes.
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Form the Ear and Hair
Attach a rounded ear on the side of Donkey Kong’s head. Then, form his tall, pointy tuft of hair on top of his head.
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Add the Necktie
Draw his necktie below the head. Now, outline the letters “DK” on the tie.
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Form the Arms
Form Donkey Kong’s long, furry arms and large hands. Make sure to erase overlapping lines.
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Outline the Torso
Draw the hairless part of Donkey Kong’s chest. Then, outline the furry sides of his torso around it.
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Add the Legs
Draw his furry legs beneath the body. Now, form the shape of his feet.
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Color the Donkey Kong Drawing
First, color Donkey Kong’s eyes black and white. Now, fill his teeth with white. Next, shade the area around his eyes with dark brown. Color his necktie red and the “DK” letters yellow. Then, use brown for the hair on his body. Finally, use peach to shade the hairless parts of his face, chest, hands, and feet.
Draw Donkey Kong PDF Download
You can check out the link below to see or download this drawing lesson. The PDF is a handy resource for learning how to draw Donkey Kong. At the end of the PDF, you’ll find a coloring page with just the outlines and a fun exercise to spark your imagination!