Learn how to draw a realistic velociraptor by starting with simple shapes and gradually adding structure, details, and clean outlines.

Step 1:

Mark the width and height, draw two ovals for the velociraptor’s head and body, and add a center line on the head.

Short tip: Keep the ovals light so you can adjust the pose easily.

Step 2:

Draw the velociraptor’s body and neck, then add a long curved guideline for the tail.

Short tip: A smooth tail curve helps show balance and movement.

Step 3:

Add guidelines for the velociraptor’s legs and mouth, then draw the eyebrow ridges.

Short tip: Light leg guidelines help keep both legs proportional.

Step 4:

Draw the basic shapes for the velociraptor’s legs, lower jaw, and feet.

Short tip: Focus on simple shapes before adding claws and details.

Step 5:

Draw the velociraptor’s eye, toes, and tail, then add more detail lines to its neck, head, and legs.

Short tip: Small texture lines make the dinosaur look more lifelike.

Step 6:

Add the claws and carefully refine the whole velociraptor drawing.

Short tip: Sharpen the sickle claw slightly to highlight this iconic feature.

Step 7:

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

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