How to Draw a Horse
Learn how to draw a horse very easily with our step-by-step drawing tutorial. Scroll down below for a collage and nine-step instructions.
Hi all! We have again prepared for you an easy step-by-step lesson in which we will tell you how to draw a horse.
A horse is an animal that originates from the equine family, belonging to the order of Odd-toed ungulates. When looking at him, one can note the majestic posture, lightness, and grace with a fairly developed musculature. If we talk about the average weight of this mammal, then it is 400-600 kg. The weight of heavier breeds can sometimes reach 1400 kg.
What does a horse eat? Her diet includes hay, oats, straw and various herbaceous plants. Especially, horses love to eat carrots, apples, and watermelons. Sketching a horse is an exciting activity, as a result of which you will get a good drawing. Let’s get started!
Time needed: 20 minutes
How to Draw a Horse Step by Step
- Draw the head.
Begin by drawing the basic outline of the horse’s head and muzzle.
- Add the torso.
The second step is to draw the outline of the horse’s torso, slightly below the head.
- Neck.
Extend from the head, two curved lines that form the horse’s neck. Also add a line that separates the horse’s muzzle from the rest of the face.
- Draw the legs.
Sketch the front and back legs of the horse, which are visually closer. Note that the example shows the horse in motion.
- Far legs.
Now, following the example from the step, draw the far front and back legs.
- Add details.
We detail the horse by adding important details—hooves and a magnificent horse’s tail.
- Detail the head.
Let’s now move on to detailing the horse’s head by adding the horse’s leaf-shaped ears, small eye, nostril, and eyebrow.
- Add the mane.
Depict a long mane on the horse’s neck. Also detail the horse’s tail as shown.
- Color the artwork.
Start by tracing the outlines of your sketch with a marker or fountain pen. Then color your horse using crayons, colored pencils or any other coloring tools.
Great artwork! Your running horse is drawn, and now you can share your beautiful drawing with your friends. Also share this guide with your friends, and maybe you will dive into the vast and wonderful world of drawing together!
