Snake pencil drawing for kids easy

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A snake is a long-bodied reptile with scaly skin. It is known for its flexible body, smooth tail, and bright coloration. A snake is a difficult subject to draw because it consists of many curved lines and shapes.

Necessary materials and tools

The choice of materials and tools for drawing depends on the style, technique and genre of the drawing. The artist chooses what he likes best and what is best suited to the implementation of his idea.

Knowing the basic materials and tools will help beginning artists master the art of pencil drawing faster.

Tools and materials	Brief description
Paper	It should be dense and have a uniform texture. This allows for even distribution of pigment on the surface and clear lines and strokes.
Pencils	They differ in the hardness of the lead, which ranges from 9H (the hardest) to 9B (the softest). The choice of hardness depends on the artist's personal preferences and the tasks at hand. For example, a pencil with a hard lead is used to create thin lines or detailed elaboration, and a soft lead is used to apply broad strokes or create soft contours.
Erasers and pens	Erasers are used to correct mistakes and remove unnecessary lines. They come in different sizes and shapes, including pointed, square, and oval. Kneaded erasers are soft rubber that are suitable for removing fine lines and smoothing out transitions between tones.
Stencils	These are tools that allow you to create repeating patterns and designs. Stencils come in different shapes and sizes, providing variety in design.
Rulers, compasses	Used to measure distances, draw straight lines and circles. Rulers can be made of plastic, wood or metal. Compasses are used to draw circles and arcs, allowing the artist to create smooth transitions and curved lines.
Sharpeners	Necessary to maintain the sharpness of pencils. Sharpeners are mechanical and electric, providing fast and high-quality sharpening of the pencil. They allow you to adjust the length of the lead in accordance with the artist's preferences.

Master classes

When drawing a snake, it is important to consider its features:

Its body is usually long and narrow, so it should be drawn with an elongated and narrow line.
The snake's head should be slightly wider than its body. Draw it as an oval or circle, add dots for the eyes and tongue.
The tail should be thinner than the body and taper towards the end. The length of the tail depends on the type of snake.
The scales on the body can look like small triangles or ovals that are located along the entire length of the snake's body. You can try drawing the scales in different colors and shades to give the snake a brighter and more lively look.

Cobra

Cobras are a genus of poisonous snakes from the family of asps. Their body length varies from 1 to 4 m depending on the species. The body is strong, the tail is blunt and short. The head is large and symmetrical, covered with shields. Cobras have unblinking eyes with round pupils.

The skin is covered with a complex pattern of bright spots or stripes, among which darker transverse rings stand out. The snake in the picture in the form of a realistic cobra can be depicted using a step-by-step master class. Changes in the process are allowed.

The main thing is to follow the basic steps:

Draw a circle that will serve as the base for the cobra's head. It should be a compact shape without unnecessary details.
Outline the shape of the cobra's neck and hood, which should have a smooth transition from the head to the body. Extend the neck line to one side to form the hood.
Draw the cobra's head using an oval shape placed on top of the circle. Add small details to make the head look realistic, such as a small crest or texture on the skin.
For the eyes, draw 2 small ovals in the center of the head.
Add curved lines next to the eyes to indicate the nose. Draw the nostrils using 2 small dots located close to each other.

Snake pencil drawing for kids — Cobra drawing step by step

Draw the mouth as a horizontal line connecting the nostrils and chin.
The cobra's body should be smooth and narrow, with a slight bend in the middle. Outline the body, starting from the neck and ending with the tail. Make several lines to create the effect of scales.
Add the tail of the cobra, which should be long and thin. Draw it curved and pointing downwards.
Use hatching to make the body and tail more voluminous and realistic. Use different directions of the hatching to create the effect of depth and shadow.
Detail the scales using thin, intersecting lines. The scales should vary in size and shape to create the illusion of a natural look.
Remove unnecessary lines and contours that were used to build the drawing.
Add strokes for shadows and depth. Use different shades and densities of stroke to convey the volume and texture of the cobra's body. Work on details such as the pupils, iris, eyelashes and other small elements to make the drawing more realistic.

Schematic representation

The snake in the picture is created schematically, according to the indicated steps.

During the process, you need to pay attention to details, such as the tongue, to make the snake more recognizable:

Draw a circle for the snake's head. It will be the basis for the entire image. It is important that it is the correct shape. To create a circle, you can use a compass or trace a cup, keeping the proportions.
Finish drawing lines coming out of the circle, which will indicate the snake's neck. It should have volume. The line will help create a sense of movement. Do not draw the neck too long, otherwise the snake may turn out disproportionate.
Draw a schematic eye inside the circle and add a dot for the pupil. Add nostrils in the form of 2 dots at the base of the head. Use the arc below the nose to draw the outline of the tongue.
The eye should be located closer to the edge of the circle to emphasize the expressiveness of the image. The nose is drawn right in the center of the head.
Draw the snake's body using curved and straight lines. The more bends and turns, the more dynamic and realistic the drawing will be.

Draw the snake's tail in the form of a wave. It should flow smoothly from the body. The end of the tail should be pointed.
Remove the auxiliary lines that were used during the drawing process.
You can color the snake by using different shades of gray or green for the snake skin.

Boa

A boa constrictor is a non-venomous snake from the pseudopod family. These reptiles have a unique body structure: their spine consists of 350 vertebrae, and their tail is shortened. The body length of an adult boa constrictor can vary from 1.5 to 5 m, depending on the species and habitat.

The skin of boas is usually light brown with a darker pattern, but some species can be gray or reddish. These snakes belong to the order of scaly. They have no teeth.

The snake in the picture can be depicted in the following steps:

Draw a circle for the boa constrictor's head, based on the size of the drawing. It should be large enough to accommodate all the details.
Inside the circle, draw another smaller one, which will serve as the basis for the outline of the head. From the inner circle, draw a horizontal line to the upper edge of the main circle. This will be the upper jaw of the boa constrictor. Below and symmetrically to this line, draw the line of the lower jaw.

From the top edge of the main circle, draw short curved lines that imitate the boa constrictor’s eyes, and in the center, a short thin oval – the nose.

Inside the oval of the nose, draw 2 dots for the boa constrictor's eyes and 2 arcs above the upper jaw. One of the arcs should be slightly longer than the other - these are the eyebrows. On the horizontal line, draw a small oval for the mouth.

From the head, continue a long, narrow curved line that widens toward the bottom. This will be the body of the boa constrictor. To make the boa constrictor appear thicker, you can slightly round the body or add more curves.
At the very end of the boa constrictor's body, draw a rounded line for the tail. It can be quite long.
Using short strokes, add details to the drawing, such as the scales of the boa constrictor. They should start from the head and go along the body to the tail. They can be directed both up and down, creating the effect of movement.
Erase all unnecessary auxiliary lines, leaving only the main contours.
For volume and realism, use shading and shadows. Start with dark areas in the recesses of the boa constrictor's body, move on to lighter areas such as the eyes, nose, and scales.

The shadows are on the opposite side of the light source, so they should be darker as they move away from the illuminated side. Add a few strokes to give the drawing some skin texture.

In cartoon style

The snake in the picture can be created based on the main steps considered:

Draw a circle on paper. This will be the head of the snake. The circle should be large enough to accommodate the details of the drawing.
Give the head a rounded shape.
Add 2 small circles - these will be the eyes of the snake. They should be located in the circle for the head.
Below the eyes, draw a nose in the form of 2 rounded nostrils. They can also be designated by a small rectangle or triangle. The mouth can be depicted as a curved line with a rectangular tip - the tongue. Emphasize the chin line.

Detail the eyes, adding pupils and eyebrows. You can draw curved lines that form the contours of the nose. Detail the mouth and tongue, taking into account the curves and thickness of the lines.
Prepare the base for the snake's body by drawing 2 parallel curved lines from the head down, forming an elongated oval shape. The length and width of the body depend on the size of the head and the artist's imagination. Add 2 vertical lines to indicate the location of the tail.
Draw the tail, giving it a curved shape and smoothly connecting it to the snake's body. The tail may have additional curves or details.
Use short strokes or dots to create the effect of scales on the snake's body. The scales can be of different sizes and shapes depending on the style chosen.

The strokes can be vertical, horizontal or at an angle. This is a cartoon drawing, so don't get carried away with details.

Remove unnecessary lines or pencil marks.
The snake can be colored.

Python Kaa

Kaa is a character from Rudyard Kipling's book Mowgli, one of the main antagonists of the work. He is a giant python with high intelligence and incredible skill in camouflage.

It personifies the wisdom and power of nature, which can help a person overcome difficulties and find their own identity.

Step-by-step master class:

Draw a circle in the center of the sheet - this will be the python's head. Outline its shape. The head should be long and elongated. You can depict spikes on the head, which will symbolize scales.

Draw the eyes, nose and mouth to give the character more expression. The eyes should be large and bright, and the mouth curved. Draw the nostrils: they can be small. These details will help create an image of a python that looks not so much realistic as friendly.
Emphasize the contours of the eyes, nose and mouth to make them more distinct. Add a line for the tongue and small folds around the lips. This will give the python an expressive look.
Draw the body curved. You can draw small patterns or stripes on it to add texture. The body should smoothly flow into the head. The python's body is thick and muscular, which will make the drawing more realistic.
Add details to the scales. They can be round or triangular. It is important to ensure that the pattern is uniform and harmonious. You can add small highlights and shadows to enhance the sense of volume.

Add a background. To do this, draw leaves or plants from behind which the python will peek out. The leaves can be green, yellow, or even multi-colored.
Check the drawing for extra lines and remove them. This will help maintain the clarity of the contours and add neatness to the drawing.

Boa constrictor from the cartoon "38 Parrots"

The boa constrictor from the famous cartoon is a shining example of a wise and calm character. He is distinguished by his poise and prudence, which allow him to find a common language with other characters in the story.

The boa constrictor embodies the idea that sometimes it is better not to rush, but to think things through thoroughly before drawing conclusions or making decisions.

For a drawing of a boa constrictor and his friend, a parrot, inspired by characters from a Soviet cartoon, you can follow these steps:

Draw the general outline of the composition on paper. Draw the main lines of the head and body of each animal. This will help determine the location of objects and their proportions.
Start by drawing the wide head of the boa constrictor. Give it a curved shape. Accentuate the lower jaw and the contours of the eyes. Leave room for details later.
Add eyes with sharp tips at the corners. This will give the animal a smarter and more interested look. Draw the nose and nostrils under the eyes. Make the mouth small and curved.
Draw the body of the boa constrictor along the sketch. It should be long and thin. Pay attention to the curves and contours.
Draw the boa constrictor's tail curved and resting on the head. This element gives the figure stability and completeness.

Detail the scales of the boa constrictor. Apply light strokes and shadows to emphasize the scales on the boa constrictor’s body. Use different directions of lines to add volume and texture.
Draw and detail the shape of the parrot's head and body, giving them volume and structure.
Pay attention to the shape of the wing and its curve. Position the wing so that it looks natural.
Draw the feet so that they support the bird's weight and create a sense of stability. Add details such as claws or fingers.
Draw a crest, which should be light and fluffy.
Add details such as the beak and eye. The beak should be sharp and expressive, and the eye should be bright and lively.
Create a background that matches the atmosphere of the cartoon. Depict palm trees and grass that are typical of a tropical forest. The background should not distract attention from the main character.

Remove unnecessary lines and contours that are no longer needed.
You can add color if you want. To create a cartoon effect, use bright and saturated colors. It is important to maintain a balance between bright colors and realism of the image.

Tips for Beginners

The table discusses the basic principles that will help you draw a snake using a pencil.

It can be drawn in a variety of ways, but to achieve the best results, there are a few key points to follow:

Basic principles	Brief description
Think about the image of a snake	Decide what kind of snake will be drawn: poisonous or non-poisonous, big or small, realistic or fantasy. Determine its pose, direction of movement and details such as scales, eyes and tongue.
Start with a general outline	Draw the head and body of the snake using simple lines. The head should be small compared to the body and have a characteristic curve. The body is long and curved, gradually narrowing towards the tail.
Add details	Use short strokes to indicate the scales on the snake's body. For a realistic effect, you can make them of different sizes and directions. Draw the snake's eyes, nose, and mouth on the head. You can add a few serrations to the tongue. The tail should end in a small thickening or be sharp.
Shade the drawing	To give volume and depth to the snake, use the technique of light and shadow. Softly shade the contour lines to create a shadow. Pay attention to how the light falls on different parts of the drawing. The closer to the light source, the lighter the image will be.
Detail and check the drawing	Check the details and make sure the drawing looks balanced and complete. If necessary, add finishing touches to improve the overall composition. You can use an eraser to remove unnecessary lines or add details using darker or lighter shades of pencil.

Using different drawing techniques such as hatching, smooth lines or dotting to create texture and volume will help make the snake look more realistic. It is important to keep in mind the composition of the drawing so that it looks harmonious and attractive.

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