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

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

• Pine martens are small mammals that belong to the weasel family.
• Pine martens have thick, soft fur that is usually brown with a cream-colored patch on the throat.
• Pine martens are excellent climbers and spend a lot of time in trees.
• Pine martens enjoy eating small animals like birds, rodents, and insects, but also love berries and fruits.
• Pine martens live in forests across Europe and parts of North America.
• Pine martens are mostly active at night, making them nocturnal animals.
• Pine martens build their nests in tree hollows or abandoned squirrel nests called “dreys.”
• Pine martens have sharp claws that help them climb trees quickly and easily.
• The long, bushy tails of pine martens help with balance while moving through the treetops.
• Pine martens play an important role in forest ecosystems by helping to control the population of small animals and spreading seeds.

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

Step 1: Begin by drawing the Pine Marten’s head and ear. Note – This step is zoomed in.

Step 2: Draw the back and neck next.

Step 3: Now you can draw the front legs and underbelly.

Step 4: Draw the back leg and tail next.

Step 5: Sketch in a log for the Pine Marten to sit on.

Step 6: Finally, draw the face and body detail.

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

Congratulations!

You did it! Congratulations on drawing a Pine Marten 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 pine marten is with practice!

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