Learn how to draw Wartortle, the iconic Water-type evolution of Squirtle from Pokémon! Whether you prefer watching a visual walkthrough or following a clear, written guide, this tutorial combines an easy-to-follow how-to video with detailed step-by-step drawing instructions to help artists of all skill levels bring this classic Pokémon to life on paper.
Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Wartortle from Pokemon Drawing step by step
Step 1: Draw the Eyes
Start by drawing Wartortle’s fierce, determined eyes in the center of your page. Draw two angled, semi-oval eye outlines with sharp inner corners. Inside each eye, add vertical pupil lines and small circular highlights to give them expression. Draw small angled eyebrows above each eye to capture Wartortle’s confident look.
Step 2: Complete the Head and Facial Features
Outline Wartortle’s head surrounding the eyes. Add its characteristic rounded cheeks, small mouth with a tiny curve, and its signature feathery, wing-like ears extending outward from both sides of the head.
Step 3: Draw the Arms and Outline the Belly
Extend two sturdy arms from underneath the head. Draw small sharp claws on each hand (three claws per hand). Below the head and arms, sketch a gentle curved line defining the outer boundary of Wartortle’s shell and belly area.
Step 4: Complete the Belly and Draw the Legs
Complete the underside of the shell by adding horizontal and vertical ridge lines on the belly/plastron. Next, draw two thick, strong legs at the bottom, each with sharp claws resting firmly on the ground.
Step 5: Draw the Back Shell and Fluffy Tail
Add the outer rim and back portion of Wartortle’s shell behind the body. Then, draw its iconic large, fluffy, wave-like tail curling up behind its back. Make sure to outline the decorative swirls on the tail to complete the line art.
Step 6: Color Your Wartortle
Bring your drawing to life with color! Use light blue/indigo for Wartortle’s body, head, and legs. Color the fluffy ears and tail with a lighter shade of icy blue. Use cream/pale yellow for the front belly shell, deep brown for the back shell, and reddish-brown for the eyes.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully drawn Wartortle. Practice makes perfect, so don’t hesitate to replay the video or adjust your lines until you’re completely satisfied with your artwork. Keep practicing, and stay tuned for more Pokémon drawing tutorials!
