How to draw a Pikachu – step by step instructions

Pikachu, probably the most famous Pokémon in the world, is not only popular because of its cute appearance, but also an ideal subject for drawing. In this blog post, we'll show you how to draw your own Pikachu step by step - whether you're a beginner or already a bit more experienced.

Materials you need:

  • pencil
  • eraser
  • drawing paper
  • colored pencils (yellow, black, red)

Step-by-step instructions:

Step 1: Draw the basic shapes

Start with basic shapes to sketch Pikachu's body. Draw a large circle for the head and a smaller oval underneath for the body. These shapes will help you get the proportions right.

Step 2: Add ears and arms

Now draw Pikachu's pointy ears on the head. These should sit on top of the large circle and point slightly outwards. Then add two oval shapes for the arms, which are slightly stretched out to the side.

Step 3: Sketch the feet and tail

Add two small oval feet under the body. Pikachu's tail is lightning-shaped and is attached to the left or right side of the body. Make sure to capture the zigzag look of the tail.

Step 4: Draw the face

Now comes the details on the face. Draw two oval eyes, a small mouth in the shape of a "W" and add two red circles for the cheeks. Pikachu's nose is small and sits right in the middle between the eyes.

Step 5: Work out the details

Now reinforce the contours by tracing the lines and making the details clearer. Pay attention to the proportions and check whether the basic shapes fit well together.

Step 6: Color Pikachu

Finally, you can Pikachu in its typical colors. The body is bright yellow, the ears have black tips and the cheeks are red. You can also paint the tail and feet in yellow and black.


Tips for beginners:

  • Use light pressing strokes for the first sketches so that you can easily erase if necessary.
  • Practice creates masters: Don't worry if your first attempt isn't perfect. The more you draw Pikachu, the better you'll get!
  • Give your Pikachu personality: You can change Pikachu's expression by making the eyes larger or smaller or adding a smile to the mouth.

And finally ...

Pikachu Drawing is not only easy, but also a lot of fun! It is a great subject to practice drawing and offers endless possibilities for variations. If you want to learn more about Pokémon or buy cool Pokémon items, be sure to check out our PKM.store over. Have fun drawing