Welcome to an exciting artistic adventure where you get to learn how to draw Rattata, the familiar Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. Known for its rat-like appearance, complete with large incisors, a slight hump on its back, and a subtly pudgy belly, this creature is a fun character to sketch for both beginners and experienced artists.
Rattata’s Unique Features to Focus On
Rattata is unique, with physical characteristics that set it apart from other Pokémon. When sketching, you need to pay close attention to the following features:
- Large incisors characteristic of a rodent
- Pudgy belly
- A pair of whiskers (shorter in female Rattata)
- Red eyes without apparent pupils
- Long tail, curled slightly at the tip
- Three-toed paws
Why not expand your Pokémon collection by also trying to draw related characters like Pikachu, Charmander, and Bulbasaur? These additional characters can bring more vibrancy to your Pokémon sketches, setting the stage for a dynamic Pokémon showdown in your artbook.
Understanding the SketchOk Drawing Guide
This guide uses a color coding system to make your drawing process seamless:
- Red Color: Highlights the current step in the drawing process.
- Black Color: Denotes lines that you’ve previously drawn.
- Grey Color: Illustrates the basic sketch or proportions.
The guide includes 11 steps, where the first two involve creating the basic sketch. Once you’re near the end, you can opt to ink your sketch and erase the pencil lines after the ink dries. The last step serves as a coloring reference.
Working through the process of how to draw Rattata Pokemon can feel a little awkward at first, but a lot of those proportions and shapes tend to click much better on a second pass. Rattata is a small, scrappy little Pokemon with some tricky curves, so don’t be surprised if your second attempt looks noticeably cleaner than your first. If you want a steady stream of new guides to practice with, the email signup at the top of the page sends a weekly batch straight to your inbox.