How to Draw a Parrot Step by Step

Saroj Baniya
Saroj Baniya - SEO Manager, Writer
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Parrots are incredibly intelligent birds and adept at mimicking human speech. Due to their charming nature, they are often chosen as pets. In today’s tutorial, we’ll learn how you can draw a parrot.

In this tutorial, we will guide you through a step-by-step process for drawing a parrot. Parrots are known for their vibrant and varied colors, which can include green, yellow, red, blue, and even combinations that create a rainbow effect. They have strong, curved beaks ideal for cracking nuts and seeds.

Art Materials & Equipment

  • Drawing Paper
  • Colors of Your Choices
  • Pencil
  • Eraser
  • Sharpener
  • Marker
  • Pen

Video Tutorial

Steps To Draw A Parrot

You can preview the drawing process in the image below. Additionally, you also have the option to follow the video tutorial provided above. Follow the detailed step-by-step instructions below to draw a parrot effortlessly.

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Draw a Parrot Step by Step

Step 1: Draw Circle Roughly

Drawing a Parrot - Step 1: Sketch Circle Roughly
Step 1

Begin by sketching the parrot’s head. Use your free hand to create a rough circle as demonstrated in the image above. We are using the pencil to draw the rough part as we will erase it in the future.

Step 2: Draw Parrot Body Roughly

Drawing a Parrot - Step 2: Sketch Parrot Body Roughly
Step 2

Next, roughly outline the parrot’s body following the image above. Then create a pointed tail with a bulky body shape. Use a pencil for this step to make it easy to erase in the future.

Step 3: Outline Parrot Body

Drawing a Parrot - Step 3: Outline Parrot Body
Step 3

Now from the center of the circle draw a curved line using the rough lines to draw the body of the parrot as in the image above. We are using a black marker for outlining as the black marker is perfect for giving a realistic look.

Step 4: Draw the Parrot Beak

Drawing a Parrot - Step 4: Add the Parrot Beak
Step 4

Using the curved line as a reference, draw the parrot’s beak as demonstrated in the image above. Create a beak that is wider at the lower part and tapers to a point at the upper part. Additionally, outline the parrot’s head using the reference rough lines that we drew earlier.

Step 5: Draw Chest Pert

Drawing a Parrot - Step 5: Outline Chest Pert
Step 5

Sketch the front chest part of the parrot as in the image above. Ensure that you align it with the reference lines drawn earlier and maintain symmetry with the back part of the parrot.

Step 6: Draw Parrot Wings

Drawing a Parrot - Step 6: Add Parrot Wings

Next, draw the pointed wings of the parrot following the image above. To achieve a realistic look, add some texture to the wing. Additionally, draw the rough wings from the pointed one.

Step 7: Complete Wings

Drawing a Parrot - Step 7: Complete Wings
Step 7

Now complete the wings using the rough lines that we drew in the previous step as in the image above. Make sure you have to draw some texture inside of the wing so it looks realistic.

Step 8: Draw a Parrot Tail

how to draw a parrot step 8
Step 8

Now draw the pointed and long parrot tail as in the image above. Using the reference lines draw the pointed and long tail.

Step 9: Erase Rough Part

Drawing a Parrot - Step 9: Erase Rough Part
Step 9

Finally, erase all the rough lines that were drawn in the earlier steps. Since these lines were sketched with a pencil, it should be easy to erase them using an eraser.

Step 10: Draw a Parrot Eye and Leg

Drawing a Parrot - Step 10: Add a Parrot Eye and Leg
Step 10

For the finishing touches, draw a black circular eye and the parrot’s leg with a pointed claw as shown in the image above.

Coloring a Parrot

After the drawing of a parrot is completed we move forward with coloring the parrot. For coloring, we chose some basic colors.

Since parrots are typically green in color, we’ve chosen to fill it with green during the coloring. We’ve colored the beak in red and the legs in brown, but feel free to use colors of your preference to make the parrot uniquely yours.

Colour Details:

  • Green
  • Red
  • Brown
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Drawing and Coloring a Parrot

After coloring, we get a real parrot. You can use a pencil color (we made it digital).

Our Masterpiece is Ready

Finally, we drew a cute parrot and colored it beautifully. I hope you find our tutorial easy and simple.

This is how you can draw a beautiful parrot easily with a stepwise tutorial. If you found our tutorial helpful, please leave a comment below. Feel free to suggest any specific drawing ideas or seek assistance if you encounter any issues during the process.

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Hello! I’m Saroj Baniya, the founder of HandofArt.com. With over six years of experience in SEO, content writing, and YouTube, I’m dedicated to empowering creativity. I manage the website and focus on SEO to ensure our tutorials reach a broad audience.
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