How to Draw Jupiter: Easy 9-Step Space Art Guide

Blast off into art with this simple guide to drawing Jupiter, the solar system's largest planet. Designed for ages 5+, this activity requires only a pencil, paper, and your favorite coloring tools. By following these steps, you will master the art of drawing planetary bands and the iconic Great Red Spot.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A colorful, finished illustration of the planet Jupiter for a drawing tutorial.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Planetary Base

A simple pencil outline of a large circle representing the planet Jupiter.

Draw a large, clean circle to represent the body of Jupiter. Teacher's Tip: If you struggle with freehand circles, trace the bottom of a small cup to get a perfect round shape.

Step 2: Adding Northern Cloud Bands

Two wavy lines drawn horizontally across the top of the circle to represent Jupiter's atmosphere.

Draw two parallel wavy lines across the upper portion of the circle. Teacher's Tip: Think of these as flowing ribbons of wind; keep your hand relaxed to make the lines look fluid rather than stiff.

Step 3: Creating Cloud Texture

Adding additional jagged, wavy lines to the top half of the planet for cloud detail.

Add more wavy lines that connect at jagged points. Teacher's Tip: Vary the curves to mimic the look of real gas clouds swirling in space.

Step 4: Swirling the Atmosphere

More swirling cloud lines added to the middle section of the Jupiter drawing.

Continue adding wavy, swirling lines across the surface. Teacher's Tip: Don't worry about symmetry; Jupiter's clouds are constantly moving and changing shape.

Step 5: Spacing the Bands

Drawing wider-spaced wavy lines across the center of the planet.

Draw additional lines toward the center of the planet, leaving slightly more space between them. Teacher's Tip: This helps create the illusion of depth and scale.

Step 6: Centering the Clouds

Adding a central band line to the planet's surface.

Complete your previous lines and add a new one across the exact center of the planet. Teacher's Tip: Use a light touch so you can easily erase any overlapping lines later.

Step 7: Banding the Southern Pole

Adding two curved wavy lines to the southern hemisphere of the planet.

Draw two more wavy lines near the bottom of the planet. Teacher's Tip: These bands should curve slightly to follow the round shape of the planet.

Step 8: The Great Red Spot

Drawing the iconic Great Red Spot oval and a final southern cloud band.

Draw a small oval between the bottom two lines to create the Great Red Spot. Add one more wavy line at the very bottom. Teacher's Tip: The Great Red Spot is actually a massive storm, so make it look like a little swirl.

Step 9: Final Details and Coloring

Finalizing the drawing with storm details before coloring.

Add a smaller oval inside the Great Red Spot and an elongated shape above it to represent other storms. Teacher's Tip: Use warm colors like orange, red, and yellow to bring your planet to life!

Step 10: Bringing Jupiter to Life

A fully colored, vibrant drawing of Jupiter showing its signature bands and red spot.

Color your drawing! Did you know? Scientists believe the red color comes from chemicals like sulfur and phosphorus reacting with sunlight. Use your brightest oranges and reds for the Great Red Spot.