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How to Draw a Reindeer – Step by Step Drawing Tutorial

Reindeer, especially Rudolph the reindeer, are one of the funniest Christmas characters. These two how-to-draw reindeer tutorials will teach you or your child how to draw one (or two) quickly. Both directions for drawing reindeer are easy, one will show you how to draw a more realistic reindeer, while the other will teach you how to draw a cartoon like reindeer bust fortune.

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Version 1: How to draw reindeer step by step

What you need:

Step 1

Start by drawing the head, any slightly pear-like shape (close or loose) will work.

Step 2

Next is a simple pair of horns.

Step 3

Continue by drawing a pair of ears.

Step 4

Add details inside the ears and draw a curved line at the back of the head, completing it. Things were starting to look good.

Step 5

Draw the eyes and eyebrows, a line for the muzzle, the mouth and most importantly a round nose with some lines around it to add a glowing effect.

Step 6

Now that the head is done, let’s start drawing the body. Start by drawing the back; Draw a curved line that resembles the letter S.

Step 7

Draw a pair of legs, one front leg and one back leg.

Step 8

Complete the body by drawing a curved line from the head (for the neck) and extending to the back (for the belly).

Also draw details on the hooves.

Step 9

Draw another pair of legs with hooves and a tail.

Step 10

You’ve learned how to draw a reindeer, now just add some fun details.

Step 11

Color your wonderful drawings.

Version 2: How to draw Rudolph the Reindeer step by step

Step 1

Let’s start by drawing the nose. Draw a box-shaped ellipse.

Step 2

Draw another larger box-shaped ellipse for the snout.

Step 3

An upside down U shape for the head and a simple curve on one side for the mouth.

Step 4

Draw an atrophic ellipse for the eye.

Step 5

Add facial details.

Step 6

Draw antlers and ears.

Step 7

Add details inside the ears.

Start drawing a scarf. We will make this Christmas reindeer happy.

Step 8

Comtime drew a scarf.

Step 9

Add details on the scarf and draw two curved lines, one on each side to make the reindeer’s body.

Step 10

Color your Christmas reindeer drawing

See how to draw a printable reindeer here

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Matthew Oldham

Name: Matthew Oldham Title: Author and Professional Illustrator Biography: Matthew Oldham is an accomplished author and illustrator, renowned for his engaging educational books published with Usborne. With a background in English literature, he has a flair for making complex subjects accessible and enjoyable for young readers. Before his writing career, he worked with the BBC, where he produced comedic radio programs. His transition into illustration allowed him to combine his love for storytelling with his artistic talents. Skills and Interests: Matthew’s illustrations are characterized by their vibrant colors and intricate details, bringing life to the subjects he writes about. He is an avid cyclist who enjoys exploring the outdoors, often drawing inspiration from nature for his artwork. On quieter days, he can be found lounging with a good book or sketching new ideas for his next project. Contributions: Matthew’s books cover a wide range of topics, from history and science to the wonders of the Earth. His illustrations not only complement his writing but also stand alone as works of art, exhibited in galleries and used in educational materials worldwide. His dedication to both writing and illustrating has made him a beloved figure in children’s literature and art education.

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