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You're in the mood to draw a frog—and why wouldn't you be? These adorable, semi-aquatic creatures are the perfect subject for any doodle or drawing; plus, they're really easy to sketch out. We've put together 3 tutorials to help you draw 3 very different types of amphibious friends. Hop on down to the article and give them a try!
Steps
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Sample cartoon frog.
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Draw two horizontally-elongated ovals, which overlap each other. The top oval is smaller compared to the other.Advertisement -
Add two rings on the left and right sides of the upper oval. This will be for the frog’s big eyes.
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Draw the details of the frog’s face using curves.
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Draw the details for the frog’s limbs using curves. Draw the webbed feet.
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Refine the body using curves.
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Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines.
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Color to your liking!
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Sample general frog.
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Start by drawing an elongated shape and then make its left side pointy. Then, add two small circles on the uppermost right part of the shape.
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Draw its hind legs and front legs next. Sketch a bumpy line for its nostrils and mouth.
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Add in details such as his eyes, his dimpled grin and his stomach.
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Add a final touch; small circles to illustrate the freckled skin of the frog.
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Outline your drawing with a black pen or marker and then clean up the penciled sketch with an eraser.
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Color it in and you’re done. Use colors such as dark green, yellow-green, and cream or white.
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Sample traditional frog.
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Draw an elongated oval that's tilted in the upper right direction. Draw a circle which overlaps the upper part of the oval.
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Draw the hind legs, using straight lines to provide the framework. Draw this connected to the rear part of the frog.
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Draw the front limbs. Use straight lines connected to the middle part of the oval.
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Refine the head by using curved lines. Add details for the eyes, mouth, and nose.
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Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines.
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Refine and color the drawing as you like!
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow can I improve at drawing?
ClovieCommunity AnswerPractice is the only way to get better at anything, including drawing. If you'd like to improve at drawing, keep a sketchbook and make it a goal to draw regularly. You can look at tutorials and books to help you learn, and look at other people's art for inspiration. -
QuestionIs there a way to make it in a faster way, or no?
Community AnswerYou should go at the pace that works best for you. Don't rush, you'll get faster with practice. -
QuestionHow do I draw a cane toad?
AlwaysLookinOut4UCommunity AnswerSimilarly to frog, but you make it bigger, add bumps and use different colors.
Tips
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Color the mouth red, the pupils black, and the rest green.Thanks
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Add eyebrows extending out from the frog for a cartoon look.Thanks
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A cheap, non-smudging sketching technique would be wise to use with a light pencil crayon rather than a specialized pencil.Thanks
Tips from our Readers 
- Don't get upset if you're not happy with your first attempt. Keep trying until you like what you did, and remember, have fun!
Things You'll Need
- Paper
- Pencil
- Eraser
References
- DeviantArt.com -Froggie a wallpaper based on the above technique
About This Article
To draw a frog, first draw an elongated shape with a pointy lower left side. Then, add 2 small circles to the upper right side for eye bumps. Next, draw hind legs on the bottom left of your shape and front legs on the bottom middle. Once you're finished with the legs, sketch a bump under the eyes for a nose and mouth. Also, add a pouch for the stomach, as well as a dimpled grin under the mouth and nose. Finally, add some spots on top of your frog to finish it up. To learn how to draw a more traditional-looking frog using both straight and curved lines, keep reading!
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