In this drawing lesson we’ll show you how to draw Coral in 6 easy steps. This step by step drawing lesson progressively builds upon each previous step until you get to the final rendering of beautiful coral. Simply follow along with each step, drawing the portion shown in red for each step of the how to draw coral tutorial. Then, in just a few minutes, you’ll have a simple and easy coral drawing!

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

• Coral is not a plant; it’s actually a living creature that belongs to a group called cnidarians.
• Coral reefs are made up of thousands of tiny coral polyps that live together in large colonies.
• These coral polyps have a symbiotic relationship with algae, which live inside them and provide food through photosynthesis.
• Coral reefs are often referred to as the “rainforests of the sea” because they are home to a diverse range of marine life.
• The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Australia, is the largest coral reef system in the world.
• Coral comes in many vibrant colors, including red, orange, green, blue, and purple.
• Some corals can glow in the dark due to fluorescent proteins, creating a spectacular underwater light show.
• Coral reefs provide protection to coastlines by absorbing wave energy, reducing the impact of storms and erosion.
• Coral polyps reproduce in two ways: by budding to form new polyps, and by releasing eggs into the water.
• Coral reefs are sensitive to changes in the environment, and many reefs are endangered due to pollution, climate change, and destructive fishing practices.

How To Draw Coral – Easy Step by Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Begin by drawing the lower portion of the coral.

Step 2: Draw more coral branches, working left to right.

Step 3: Continue drawing coral branches.

Step 4: Draw the coral in the foreground.

Step 5: Sketch in a coral branch in the background to give your drawing depth.

Step 6: Add detail to show the open tube at the top and give the coral texture.

Well done! Now that you’ve completed How To Draw Coral, consider adding some shading or coloring to make your coral reef drawing look realistic! Use the picture below as a guide to shade or color your easy coral drawing. There are so many different colors to choose from, so get creative!

Congratulations!

You did it! Congratulations on drawing some coral! Your first try may not have gone as smoothly 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 coral is with practice!

Are you looking for a fish to draw that loves to hang out in coral reefs? How about learning how to quickly and easily draw a CLOWN FISH amongst your coral drawing?! Take a look here for another quick and easy drawing tutorial: How to Draw a Clown Fish.