How to Draw a Kayak

Learn how to draw a great looking Kayak with easy, step-by-step drawing instructions, and video tutorial.

By following the simple steps, you too can easily draw a perfect Kayak.

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Step-by-Step Instructions for Drawing a Kayak

How to Draw a Great Looking Kayak for Kids and Beginners - Step 1

How to Draw a Kayak Step 01

1. Begin by drawing a long curved line. This will outline the top of the kayak.

Easy Kayak Drawing - Step 2

How to Draw a Kayak Step 02

2. Draw another long curved line, connected to the first line on each end. This encloses the shape of the kayak.

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Easy Kayak Drawing - Step 3

How to Draw a Kayak Step 03

3. Draw a curved line down the middle of the kayak, connected at the same points as the previous lines. This outlines the top and side of the kayak.

Easy Kayak Drawing - Step 4

How to Draw a Kayak Step 04

4. Draw an oval within the top of the kayak. This outlines the cockpit, where the pilot sits.

Easy Kayak Drawing - Step 5

How to Draw a Kayak Step 05

5. Enclose a curved shape on one side of the oval, using two curved lines. Erase as necessary. This forms the back of the kayak seat.

Easy Kayak Drawing - Step 6

How to Draw a Kayak Step 06

6. Draw another curved line behind the previous shape. Erase as necessary.

Easy Kayak Drawing - Step 7

How to Draw a Kayak Step 07

7. Draw a pair of straight lines across the entire drawing, erasing as necessary. This forms the shaft or handle of the paddle.

Add More Details to Your Kayak Picture - Step 8

How to Draw a Kayak Step 08

8. Draw the paddle's blade. Extend a curved line from the handle, and double it back upon itself. Draw a "V" shaped line at the shoulder of the blade.

Complete the Outline of Your Kayak Drawing - Step 9

How to Draw a Kayak Step 09

9. Draw the remaining paddle blade. Extend a curved line and double it back upon itself. Draw a "V" shaped line at the paddle's shoulder.

Color Your Kayak Drawing

How to Draw a Kayak Step 10

Color your cartoon kayak. Kayaks often come in bright colors, including red, yellow, blue, and green.

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Learn More About The Kayak Drawing

A kayak is a small boat or canoe. The kayak traces its history to the native peoples of Greenland and Alaska. These kayaks were made of animal skins stretched over frames of wood or whalebone.

They were used for fishing and hunting. The word kayak means "man's boat" or "hunter's boat."

Today, kayaks are made from lightweight plastics, marine quality plywood, or fiberglass and are typically used for recreation. Different types of kayaks hold one, two, or three people.

They are steered and propelled with a double-ended paddle. Specialized kayaks go by names such as creek boats, playboats, and wave skis.

Many kayaks, modern and traditional, have a unique feature. The opening of the cockpit is covered so that if the kayak flips over, it can be righted without filling with water or the pilot falling out.

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Would you like to draw a cartoon kayak? This easy, step-by-step cartoon object drawing tutorial is here to show you how. All you will need is a pencil, an eraser, and a sheet of paper. You may also wish to color your finished drawing.

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