How to draw Koi fish with this how-to video and step-by-step drawing instructions. Easy animals to draw for beginners and kids.
Please see the drawing tutorial in the video below
You can refer to the simple step-by-step drawing guide below
Step 1
Start by drawing a circle. This will form the fish’s head.
Step 2
Extend two long curved lines from the top and edge of the circle. These contours outline the fish’s curved body.
Step 4
Use a long, loose “M” shaped line to enclose the fish’s tail.
Step 4
Add fins to the fish’s body. Do so by enclosing irregular shapes along the edges of the fish. Each side of the fish’s head must have a pectoral fin and two more fins near the tail.
Step 5
Detail and shape the fish’s face. Use a long, curved line that extends from one side of the head to the other. Pay attention to the flatness of your mouth.
Step 6
Erase the guide lines on the fish’s head.
Step 7
Details of your koi fish. Along the bottom of each fin and the tip of the tail, draw short, straight lines, indicating the fin’s veins. Then, draw a curved line down the middle of the face to create depth. Draw a curved, loosely “V” shaped line on one side of the face, further detailing the outline. Finally, draw the dorsal fin on the fish’s back. Do so by enclosing a curved, elongated triangle that follows the curvature of the fish’s body.
Step 8
Erase the guide lines on the fish’s face and dorsal fin.
Step 9
Complete your fish with additional details. Draw short veins on the dorsal fin. Draw a small oval inside the larger oval for the eyes; shade the smaller oval. Draw a small, almost complete circle at the tip of the fish’s nose. Additionally, draw the barbell or beard using two short, curved lines that meet at a point. Draw a second beard on the other side of the face. Finally, draw scales all over the fish’s body. Do so using short, connected “U” shaped lines.
Step 10
Color your koi fish. This type of fish is usually white, brown, orange, red, green and yellow.
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