Learn how to draw a standing meerkat by building its tall body with simple shapes and slowly refining the details.

Step 1:

Draw the outline of the picture, make two ovals for the meerkat’s head and body, add a center line on the head, and mark where the feet will go.

Short tip: Keep the body oval tall and narrow to match the meerkat’s upright pose.

Step 2:

Sketch the animal’s body and neck, and draw a curved line to guide the tail.

Short tip: Use smooth curves so the body looks balanced and relaxed.

Step 3:

Use lines to mark where the meerkat’s legs, snout, and eyes will go.

Short tip: Light guidelines help keep the face and legs aligned correctly.

Step 4:

Draw the animal’s legs, feet, snout, and eyebrow lines.

Short tip: Keep the legs slim and slightly bent for a natural standing stance.

Step 5:

Draw the meerkat’s eyes, tail, ears, nose, and toes.

Short tip: Small facial details give the meerkat a curious expression.

Step 6:

Add the claws and finish the whole figure, focusing on the details.

Short tip: Short, simple strokes work best for fur and claw details.

Step 7:

Outline the meerkat with thicker and thinner lines, add details and the ground, then erase all guidelines.

Short tip: Thicker outer lines and thinner inner lines create a clean, finished drawing.