How to Draw a Clownfish

Last Updated: September 16, 2021

Clownfish are a popular reef fish. Many people (especially children) recognize Clownfish from the Disney movie “Finding Nemo”. They are a fun and relatively easy fish to draw!

Steps

1
Draw the body (including the tail) first. It should resemble a bowling pin that has been knocked down.
2
Draw the eye. This will help you get a better idea of the overall look of your fish.

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3
Draw the fins. If it helps, add a few lines to show where the gill would be (you can’t really see it in a finished picture), and where the tail begins.
4
Decide what type of pattern your clownfish will have, and draw it in.
5
Add the mouth. It is close to the “chin” on the fish’s head.
6
Refine the fins and pattern.
7
Color your fish! While the orange and white pattern is probably the first thing you think of, clownfish come in a wide variety of colors, from bright yellow to almost black.
8
Finished.
9
Finished.

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Community Q&A

Question

What tool do you use to make the clownfish so shiny and realistic?

Community Answer

Shading. Just have a look at how to shade and practice it. Shading gives drawing a realistic edge.
Question

How do I do all the defined details?

Community Answer

Be patient with yourself and make sure you have plenty of time prepared so you have time to add all the details. Search the internet for a reference picture and make sure to sharpen your pencils and colored pencils.
Question

I can't seem to get a nice look after I refine the lines. Any advice?

Community Answer

Try using a smaller eraser. If you have a small one, it's easier to get in between lines that are closer to each other.
Question

Why does mine look so fat on paper I had put the paper to the screen.

Community Answer

Maybe you didn't follow all the lines correctly. Try again until you get it how you like it.