How to Draw an Arctic Fox (Easy Step by Step)
The arctic fox is a fluffy, friendly animal to draw, and it is built from simple shapes. You will use a rounded head, two pointy ears, a tall rounded body, and a big puffy tail. A few short lines for fur make it look soft and cozy.
- Easy
- 12 minutes
- 8 steps
You need: paper, a pencil, an eraser, and crayons or markers for coloring.
Start drawingIn this article (7 sections)
How to draw an arctic fox step by step
How to Draw an Arctic Fox · tinyhandscreate.com
Step 1: Guide shapes
Lightly sketch these 2 ovals. They only show where the big parts go, so press softly. You will erase them at the end.
Step 2: The head
Draw a wide, rounded head with two tall pointy ears on top. Add little zigzag fluffy tufts on each cheek, then curve the line under the chin.
Step 3: Body and tail
Under the head, draw a tall rounded body with a bumpy line along the bottom. On the right side, add a big puffy tail, with a short line between the body and the tail.
Step 4: Inner ears
Inside each ear, draw a small curved line near the edge that follows the shape of the ear.
Step 5: Eyes and nose
Draw two small dots for eyes. Between them, draw two short lines going down for the snout, then a small triangle nose at the bottom.
Step 6: Chest fluff
Just under the chin, draw a V shape with curved sides for the fluffy fur on the chest.
Step 7: Front legs
Draw two short straight lines down inside the body for the front legs. Then draw a long curvy line across the bottom, where the paws rest.
Step 8: Fur details
Add a few curved lines inside the tail. Then add two tiny lines by the legs and two short soft dashes near the bottom to make the fur look fluffy.
All done!
Erase the guide shapes, go over your lines, then color it in.
Finished your arctic fox? Keep the pencils out and learn how to draw a fox or how to draw a hedgehog next.
Tips for drawing an arctic fox
- Take your time with the cheek tufts on the head. Draw them as small zigzags, like two or three little triangles on each side.
- Draw the tail as a big puffy shape on the right side of the body. Keep its edge a little bumpy so it looks fluffy.
- Make the two eye dots the same size and keep them level. Matching dots make the fox look friendly right away.
Free arctic fox coloring page
Want to go straight to coloring? Open this arctic fox coloring page at full size and print it. It is the same drawing you just learned, with clean lines ready for crayons or markers.
How to color your arctic fox drawing
Leave the fox white with light blue shadows, or try pale gray for a summer coat. For a creative twist, color a snowy night sky behind it with a yellow moon.
Arctic fox fun fact for kids
Arctic foxes grow thick fur that changes color with the seasons. Many are white in winter to blend in with the snow, and brown or gray in summer.
Questions about drawing an arctic fox
What shapes do I need to draw an arctic fox?
You need a rounded shape for the head, two pointy ears, a tall rounded shape for the body, and a big puffy shape for the tail.
How do I make my arctic fox look cuter?
Draw small round eye dots set wide apart and a little triangle nose. Add fluffy tufts on the cheeks and a puffy tail.
How do I draw fox fur?
Use short, curved lines instead of straight ones. Zigzag tufts on the cheeks and bumpy edges on the tail and bottom make the fur look soft.
