Yoshi Drawing
In this drawing lesson, you will learn how to create your own version of Yoshi, a well-known character from the Mario video game series. This lesson will take about 30 minutes and will focus on key parts of Yoshi, including his snout, eyes, and body. You will use basic shapes to help you get started and build your drawing step by step.
Drawing is a skill that improves with practice, so don’t worry if your first attempt isn’t perfect. Remember that it’s just paper, and mistakes are part of the learning process. Keep working on your drawing, and you’ll see improvement over time.
As you follow along, you’ll also have the chance to explore coloring techniques that can enhance your artwork. By focusing on Yoshi’s unique features, you’ll gain a better understanding of classic video game character design and illustration. Enjoy the process of learning and creating!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons | Colored Pencils | Markers (you choose)
- Black Marker (optional)
To create your very own Yoshi drawing, you’ll want to pay close attention to the shapes and sizes of the different parts as you go along. Each element, from his snout to his cheerful eyes, plays a special role in making Yoshi look just right. Grab your pencil and paper, and get ready to explore the fun of drawing! As you work through this lesson, remember that every line you draw helps build your skills. Take your time and enjoy each step as you shape Yoshi’s friendly face and playful body. And don’t forget, coloring is where you can really let your imagination shine! So, get those colors ready and have a blast bringing your drawing to life!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Draw the Snout
First, outline Yoshi’s rounded snout. Now, add two small dots to form his nostrils.
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Form the Eyes
Create the bumpy shape of Yoshi’s large eyes above his snout. Then, draw ovals for his pupils.
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Draw the Cheek and Spikes
Outline the round shape of Yoshi’s fluffy cheek. Next, draw three triangular spikes attached to the back of his head.
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Outline the Body
Draw the rounded outline of his body and form his pointed tail.
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Attach the Shell
Attach a small shell on Yoshi’s back. Be sure to erase any overlapping lines.
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Draw the Arms
Draw Yoshi’s short arms and form his large, rounded hands.
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Add the Shoes
Draw a pair of shoes below his body.
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Outline the Cheek and Underbelly
Create curved lines to outline the edges of his cheek and underbelly similar to the illustration.
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Color the Yoshi Drawing
First, color the whites of his eyes and shade the pupils black. Next, fill in the spikes with red. Now, color the shell red with a white base. Then, shade his shoes orange with yellow soles. Color the cheek and underbelly with white. Finally, shade the rest of his body green.
Yoshi Drawing PDF Download
Don’t forget to look at the PDF below! You can either preview it or download it. This resource is great for helping you with your Yoshi drawing lesson.
I LOVE yoshi!!!!!!