Learn how to draw a robin by starting with simple shapes and gradually adding details to create a clean, realistic bird drawing.

Step 1:

Mark the width and height, draw two ovals for the robin’s head and body, add a line for the beak, and draw lines for the perch.

Short tip: Keep all shapes light so they’re easy to erase later.

Step 2:

Draw the robin’s neck and body, then add a guideline for its tail.

Short tip: Use smooth curves to give the bird a natural posture.

Step 3:

Add guidelines to show where the robin’s legs, wings, and beak will go.

Short tip: Guidelines help keep all parts balanced and correctly placed.

Step 4:

Draw the basic shapes for the robin’s legs, wings, and beak.

Short tip: Keep the leg shapes simple and slightly bent for a realistic stance.

Step 5:

Add details to the robin’s wing, then draw its eye, toes, crest, and tail.

Short tip: Small details like the eye and toes bring the bird to life.

Step 6:

Outline the robin’s feathers and claws, then carefully refine the whole drawing with more details.

Short tip: Use short strokes to suggest soft feathers.

Step 7:

Outline the robin with thick and thin dark lines, add more details and the handrails, then erase all the guidelines.

Short tip: Thicker outer lines and thinner inner lines give a clean, finished look.