Learn to Draw Unicorn

Follow along with this easy step-by-step drawing tutorial and learn how to draw Unicorn. Perfect for kids and beginners!

Materials You Will Need

  • Drawing paper or sketchbook
  • Pencil (HB or #2)
  • Eraser
  • Black marker or pen for outlining
  • Colored pencils, markers, or crayons

Drawing Tips

  • Start with light pencil lines so you can easily erase mistakes
  • Take your time with each step
  • Add your own creative touches to make it unique
  • Practice drawing Unicorn multiple times to improve

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this drawing tutorial suitable for beginners?

Yes! This step-by-step tutorial breaks down the drawing of Unicorn into simple, easy-to-follow steps perfect for kids and beginners.

What age group is this for?

This tutorial is designed for kids ages 5 and up, but anyone can follow along and learn to draw Unicorn!

How long does it take to complete?

Most kids can complete this drawing in 15-30 minutes. Take your time and enjoy the process!

Can I use different coloring materials?

Absolutely! Use colored pencils, markers, crayons, or even watercolors to bring your Unicorn drawing to life.

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A unicorn is really a horse with three magical extras: a spiralled horn, a long flowing mane and a curling tail. If you can draw a horse shape, you can draw a unicorn.

What You'll Need

  • Pencil (HB or 2B)
  • Eraser
  • White drawing paper
  • Black marker for the outline
  • Gold or silver pencil for the horn (optional)
  • Coloured pencils or crayons

Step-by-Step: Drawing a Unicorn

Step 1: Draw the body and head

Draw a large tilted oval for the body. Overlap a smaller circle on the top left of the oval for the head.

Step 2: Join them with a neck

Connect the head and body with two curved lines so the neck arches gracefully. Make it thick at the bottom and slimmer near the head.

Step 3: Add the muzzle and ear

Draw a small rounded oval at the bottom of the head circle for the muzzle. Add one pointed ear on top, leaning slightly back.

Step 4: Draw the horn

Draw a long, thin triangle rising from the middle of the forehead, between the eye and the ear. Draw three or four slanted lines across it to make the spiral.

Step 5: Add four legs

Draw four tall rectangles that get slightly narrower toward the bottom. Bend the front right leg at the knee so your unicorn looks like it is trotting, then finish each leg with a small rounded hoof.

Step 6: Draw the mane and tail

Starting behind the ear, draw wavy S-shaped strands down the neck. Repeat at the back of the body for a long tail that curls upward at the end.

Step 7: Add the face

Draw one large eye with long lashes, a small nostril and a friendly smile. A tiny star or heart on the side of the body makes it extra magical.

Step 8: Outline and erase

Trace your best lines with a marker, wait a moment for the ink to dry, then erase the pencil guide lines.

Colouring Your Unicorn

Pastel pinks, purples and blues suit the mane and tail. Use two shades in each strand so it looks shimmery. Leave the body white or pale grey and colour the horn gold, with a lighter stripe along each spiral.

Tips for Drawing a Unicorn

  • Keep the horn pointing slightly forward. If it leans back, it looks like an antler.
  • Make every strand of the mane flow the same way, as if the wind is blowing, and the unicorn will look like it is moving.

Try This With ChatGPT

With a grown-up, open a new ChatGPT chat and paste this prompt, changing [my age] to your age:

I am [my age] years old and I want to draw Unicorn. Give me 6 steps using only simple shapes like circles, ovals and lines. Give one step at a time and wait until I type “next” before giving the following step.

Exact steps, follow-up prompts and safety rules are in our parent-guided ChatGPT guide. More ideas: creative AI activities for kids.