How to Draw Rainbow Dash: Easy 20-Step Pony Tutorial

Draw a light circle for the head. Teacher's Tip: Keep your pencil strokes very faint so you can easily erase the construction lines later!

Draw an irregular bean shape below the head. Curve the lines upward to connect to the circle, creating the neck. Tip: Think of this as the pony's torso—keep it rounded and soft.

Extend a curved line from the left side of the head circle to create the snout. Use a 'V' shape to connect it back to the face. Tip: Keep the snout small to maintain that cute cartoon style.

Carefully erase the overlapping guide lines where the snout meets the head. Tip: Use a kneaded eraser if you have one—it’s gentler on the paper!

Draw two curved lines on the upper right of the head to form a pointed ear. Add a small line inside for depth. Tip: Keep the ear shape triangular and perky.

Erase any extra lines inside the ear to make it look smooth. Tip: A clean drawing makes coloring much easier later on.

Draw the front of the mane using jagged, curved lines. Tip: Rainbow Dash’s hair is spiky and energetic, so don't worry about making the lines perfectly smooth.

Add the back section of the mane flowing over the body. Tip: Make these lines long and sweeping to show movement.

Erase the guide lines inside the mane sections. Tip: Keep your eraser strokes light to avoid smudging your pencil work.

Draw curved lines through the mane sections to show hair volume. Tip: These lines will help you separate the colors when you start shading.

Sketch the pegasus wings using scalloped lines. Tip: Start with a smaller scallop and build the larger wing shape around it.

Erase any overlapping lines within the wing structure. Tip: Keep the edges crisp for a professional cartoon look.

Draw the cloud and lightning bolt cutie mark on the flank. Tip: Keep the lightning bolt sharp and jagged for contrast against the soft cloud.

Draw the tail with long, jagged points. Tip: Let the tail flow behind the body to suggest speed.

Add lines within the tail to define the different color sections. Tip: Ensure the lines follow the curve of the tail.

Draw the legs using slightly curved, parallel lines. Tip: Make the hooves slightly wider than the legs for a sturdy look.

Erase the guide lines where the legs meet the body. Tip: A clean connection point makes the drawing look much more professional.

Draw a large oval for the eye and add three small lashes. Tip: The eye is the most expressive part—take your time to get the placement right!

Draw the pupil and iris inside the eye. Leave two small white circles unshaded to create a 'glint' or sparkle. Tip: This sparkle makes the character look alive!

Color your Rainbow Dash! Use the classic rainbow order: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. Tip: Use light pressure for a smooth, even finish.