How to Draw an Orangutan 

Orangutans are some of the most intelligent and peaceful primates. In this tutorial, we’ll teach you how to draw an orangutan from start to finish.

From their shaggy fur to their expressive faces, we’ll guide you through each step to create a lifelike representation of these amazing creatures.

So grab your pencils and let’s get started on how to draw an orangutan, using basic shapes and easy strokes!

How to Draw an Orangutan

Easy Orangutan Drawing Tutorial for Kids

Step 1 – Draw this open triangular shape to start forming the face of the orangutan.

Step 2 – Next, add an open circle to continue building the face of the animal.

Step 3 – Now, add those tiny shapes to form the features of the animal’s face.

Step 4 – Now, with a spiky pattern around the animal’s face, form its furry head.

Step 5 – Now, draw this ellipse shape below to form the body of the animal.

Step 6 – Draw these two curved lines to form its legs.

Step 7 – Draw its right foot.

Step 8 – Now, draw its left foot.

Step 9 – Outline the shapes below to form its arms.

Step 10 – Now, draw its hands.

Step 11 – Lastly, draw the animal’s abdomen.

Hooray! You now know how to draw an orangutan! Now, please go ahead and add some colors to make it look real and cute!

Don’t forget to show it to your parents!