b Class Description

Learn how to draw an adorable, lifelike squirrel perched on a tree trunk in this fun and detailed step-by-step graphite drawing class. Whether you’re a beginner looking to improve your animal drawing skills or an experienced artist wanting to master fur and texture, “Draw a Realistic Squirrel in a Tree” will guide you through every stage of the process.

This on-demand lesson is packed with easy-to-follow techniques and pro-level tips, helping you create a dynamic, polished drawing that looks full of life and texture.

🎨 What You’ll Learn in This Class:

🌫️ Bokeh Backgrounds – Create a soft-focus backdrop that highlights your subject beautifully.
🐿️ Fluffy Fur Rendering – Learn how to draw light, fluffy fur on the squirrel’s body and feet.
🖊️ Detailed Short Fur – Get techniques for drawing sharp, realistic short fur around the head and face.
👁️ Drawing a Realistic Eye – Capture that signature glimmer and expression with step-by-step guidance.
🌳 Bark Texture Simplified – Master the art of drawing realistic tree bark without overwhelming detail.
🪄 Visual Harmony – Learn how to blend the squirrel and the tree together naturally so they look like part of the same world.
🎯 And More! – Packed with helpful tricks and subtle refinements to elevate your entire drawing.

🖋️ Your Tools for Success:

📽️ On-Demand Video Instruction – Watch and draw at your own pace with clear, detailed demonstrations.
📥 Downloadable Reference Material – Includes the reference photo and line drawing to help you focus on technique.
💡 Built for Learning – Whether it’s your first squirrel or your fiftieth, you’ll gain new tools to apply to all your future wildlife art.

🖼️ Draw Wildlife That Comes to Life:

By the end of the class, you’ll have a beautifully detailed squirrel drawing—and a deeper understanding of how to bring animals and natural elements together in your compositions.

Start your drawing journey today and bring this curious little squirrel to life—one pencil stroke at a time!

You Will Need

  • A4 / Letter Drawing Paper or Sketchbook
  • Set of Pencils (2H, HB, B, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B)
  • Graphite Dust (I also show you how to make it)
  • Kneadable Eraser
  • Soft Eraser
  • Tombow Mono Eraser
  • Soft Lint Free Cloth
  • Small Bristle Brush
  • Eye shadow sponge
  • Water Drop Shaped Makeup Blending Sponge
  • Make yourself a Blending Stump according to THESE instructions)