In this drawing lesson we’ll show you how to draw a Gull in 6 easy steps. This step by step lesson progressively builds upon each previous step until you get to the final rendering of a seagull. Follow along with the how to draw a gull drawing guide below by sketching the red portion of each of the six steps, super easy!

Before we begin the How To Draw a Gull drawing lesson, here are some fun facts about gulls you might find interesting, especially for kids.

• Gulls, often called seagulls, are birds typically found near coastlines and inland waters like lakes and rivers.
• There are more than 50 species of gulls found all over the world.
• Gulls have a varied diet that includes fish, insects, and even food scavenged from humans.
• These birds are known for their loud, distinctive calls, which can sound like laughter.
• Gulls are intelligent birds and have been observed using tools, such as using bread as bait to catch fish.
• The majority of gull species are migratory and travel long distances between breeding and wintering grounds.
• Gulls have a complex and highly developed social structure, often forming large, noisy colonies.
• These birds are monogamous, generally mating with the same partner year after year.
• Gulls take care of their young for an extended period compared to other birds, with the chicks being fed by their parents for several weeks after hatching.
• The lifespan of a gull can vary, with some living up to 20 years or more in the wild.

How To Draw a Gull – Quick and Easy Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Begin by drawing the gull’s head.

Step 2: Draw the extended wings of the gull.

Step 3: Now you can finish off the first wing.

Step 4: Draw the tail feathers.

Step 5: Sketch in the beak and give the tail feathers texture.

Step 6: Finally, draw the feet, eyes and finish the body detail.

Nice work, now that you’ve completed How To Draw a Gull, considering adding some shading or coloring to make your gull look realistic! Use the picture below as a guide to shade or color your easy gull drawing.

Congratulations!

You did it! Congratulations on drawing a Gull! Your first try may not have gone as perfectly as you had hoped, but I’m sure after another attempt or two you will see a big improvement. The best way to learn how to draw a gull is with practice!

Are you looking for another fun bird to draw? How about learning how to quickly and easily draw a Crane?! Take a look here for another quick and easy drawing tutorial: How to Draw a Crane.