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šŸ”„ How to Draw Charmander | Pokemon - Step-by-Step Guide for Kids!

Writer: MaryMary

Do you want to learn how to draw Charmander step by step? šŸ”„āœØ This cute Fire-type PokemonĀ from the Pokemon universeĀ is fun and easy to sketch! With its big round eyes, fiery tail, and playful smile, Charmander is one of the most popular Pokemon to draw.

By the end of this tutorial, youā€™ll know how to sketch Charmander, add fun details, and color it just like in the Pokemon games and anime!Ā šŸŽØšŸ‰ Letā€™s get started!


šŸ“Œ Table of Contents


šŸŒŸ Introduction

šŸ”„ Did you know?Ā Charmander is PokĆ©mon #004 in the PokĆ©dexĀ and one of the starter PokĆ©monĀ in the original PokĆ©mon games! It eventually evolves into CharmeleonĀ and then the powerful Charizard.

Today, weā€™ll teach you how to draw Charmander step by stepĀ using basic shapes and fun details. Whether you want a cartoon CharmanderĀ or a realistic Charmander drawing, this guide makes it easy! šŸŽØšŸ”„


šŸŽØ Materials Needed

Whether you're new to doodling or a seasoned sketch artist, our blog post on 6 must-have drawing materials and toolsĀ is your ticket to becoming the next Picasso.

Before we start, grab these supplies:


āœ… Paper or SketchbookĀ ā€“ Any blank page will work! šŸ“„

āœ… Pencil (HB or 2B)Ā ā€“ Light pencils help with outlining Charmanderā€™s shape. āœļø

āœ… EraserĀ ā€“ To fix mistakes while sketching. šŸ”„

āœ… Black Marker or Fine LinerĀ ā€“ For outlining and defining details. āœļø

āœ… Colored Pencils or MarkersĀ ā€“ To bring Charmander to life! Use:

  • OrangeĀ for the body šŸŠ

  • YellowĀ for the belly and flame āœØ

  • RedĀ for shading the fire šŸ”„

  • BlackĀ for outlining and the eyes šŸ–¤

Now that we have everything, letā€™s start drawing Charmander!


šŸ”„ How to Draw Charmander Step by Step

Step 1: Draw the Head

1ļøāƒ£ Start with a large, rounded ovalĀ for Charmanderā€™s head.

how to draw charmander step by step

2ļøāƒ£ Make sure to leave space for the eyes and mouth!

easy charmander drawing for kids

Step 2: Sketch the Body

1ļøāƒ£ Under the head, draw a smaller oval for the body.

2ļøāƒ£ Connect the head and body with a curved neck.

how to sketch charmander outline

Step 3: Draw the Arms and Legs

1ļøāƒ£ Add two short armsĀ with tiny fingers.

step by step charmander drawing guide

2ļøāƒ£ Draw two big feet with three toes eachĀ to make it look cute and chubby!

how to draw charmander with coloring

Step 4: Add Charmanderā€™s Tail

1ļøāƒ£ Draw a long, curved tailĀ coming from the back.

simple charmander drawing for beginners

2ļøāƒ£ At the tip of the tail, sketch a flame shape! šŸ”„

how to draw charmander fire tail

Step 5: Outline and Add Facial Features

1ļøāƒ£ Go over your linesĀ with a black marker or pen.

2ļøāƒ£ Add two big oval eyes, a tiny curved mouth, and two small nostrils.

3ļøāƒ£ Inside the eyes, leave small white circlesĀ for highlights to make them shine! āœØ

cartoon charmander drawing step by step

Step 6: Color Your Charmander

charmander drawing tutorial for kids

1ļøāƒ£ Use orangeĀ for the body. šŸŠ

2ļøāƒ£ Fill in the belly and flame with yellow. āœØ

3ļøāƒ£ Shade the tail flame with red, orange, and yellowĀ to make it look real! šŸ”„

And thatā€™s it! You now know how to draw Charmander easily! šŸŽ‰

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šŸ”„ National PokĆ©mon Day ā€“ Celebrate PokĆ©mon with Your Drawing!

Did you know that February 27thĀ is National PokĆ©mon Day? šŸŽ‰šŸ”„ This special day marks the anniversary of the first PokĆ©mon games, released on February 27, 1996!


šŸŽ® How Can You Celebrate PokĆ©mon Day?

āœ… Draw Your Favorite PokĆ©mon!Ā ā€“ Charmander, Pikachu, Bulbasaur, or any other PokĆ©mon!

āœ… Join PokĆ©mon EventsĀ ā€“ PokĆ©mon GO, Scarlet & Violet, and other games have special in-game events! šŸŽ®

āœ… Watch PokĆ©mon Movies & ShowsĀ ā€“ Re-watch classic PokĆ©mon adventures! šŸ“ŗ

āœ… Share Your Drawing!Ā ā€“ Post your Charmander drawing online with #PokemonDayArtĀ to join other PokĆ©mon fans!

šŸ”„ Fun PokĆ©mon Day Fact:Ā Did you know that PokĆ©mon GO first announced Legendary PokĆ©mon on PokĆ©mon Day 2017? Exciting things happen every year!


šŸ‰ Fun Facts About Charmander!

šŸ”„ Charmanderā€™s tail flameĀ shows its emotionsā€”if itā€™s happy, the flame burns brighter!šŸ‰ The Japanese name for Charmander is Hitokage, which means "fire lizard."šŸ”„ If Charmanderā€™s tail flame goes out, itā€™s said to lose its energy!


ā“ FAQs

1. How can I draw Charmander easily? Start with simple shapesĀ like circles and ovals for the body and head. Then, add the detailsĀ like arms, legs, and fire tail!

2. How do I make Charmanderā€™s fire look real? Use yellow at the center, orange around it, and red at the edgesĀ to create a glowing effect! šŸ”„

3. Whatā€™s the best way to practice drawing PokĆ©mon? Try drawing different PokĆ©monĀ in different poses! Start with easy ones like Pikachu and CharmanderĀ before moving on to more detailed PokĆ©mon like Charizard.


šŸŽ‰ Final Thoughts

Now you know how to draw Charmander step by step! šŸ”„šŸ‰ Keep practicing, and soon, youā€™ll be able to draw even more PokĆ©monĀ like Charizard, Bulbasaur, and Pikachu!

Want to learn how to sketch more PokĆ©mon?Ā Check out our other PokĆ©mon drawing tutorials! šŸŽØāœØ


Looking for a creative boost? Check out our PinterestĀ page for some inspiring magic!


Hey, just a quick reminderā€”being consistent and keeping your passion alive is essential for success in art, just like in many other areas. Keep drawing, explore new things, and most importantly, enjoy the process! You might also want to take a look at our blog post; power of drawing every day.


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