Welcome, fellow artists and Ninjago enthusiasts! Are you ready to embark on a creative journey to learn how to draw Cole from Ninjago? Fear not, for this step-by-step drawing tutorial is designed to guide you through the process with ease. We’ll provide helpful tips, techniques, and insights to help you create a stunning Cole drawing. So grab your drawing tools, channel your inner ninja, and let’s get started!
The Earth-Shaking Ninja: Cole’s Story and Appearance
Cole, the Elemental Master and Ninja of Earth, is a central character in the Ninjago universe. Recruited by Master Wu, Cole joined forces with his fellow teammates to battle various enemies, including the Serpentine, the Stone Army, and the Overlord. Along the way, Cole has faced numerous challenges and even transformed into a ghost for a time. With his distinctive appearance, featuring a ninja outfit and powerful, earth-inspired abilities, Cole makes for an exciting and engaging character to draw.
Gathering Your Art Supplies
Before we dive into the drawing process, let’s gather our art supplies. While you’re welcome to use any materials you prefer, we recommend having the following on hand:
- Pencils (HB or 2B) for sketching
- Eraser to correct mistakes
- Inking pens or fine-tip markers for outlining
- Colored pencils or markers for adding color
A Journey Through Art: Step-by-Step Cole Drawing Guide
With our art supplies ready, let’s embark on our step-by-step drawing adventure! Remember, practice makes perfect, so don’t be discouraged if your first attempt isn’t flawless. Keep refining your skills, and you’ll be a master ninja artist in no time.
Part 1: Laying the Foundation
Begin by using light pencil strokes to create a basic structure for Cole. This initial sketch will serve as a guide for proportions and help you establish the overall composition of the drawing. Remember, it’s easier to make adjustments at this stage, so don’t press too hard with your pencil.

Part 2: Refining Your Ninja
With the foundation in place, it’s time to refine your sketch. Add details and improve proportions, paying close attention to Cole’s distinctive ninja outfit, hair, and facial features. Take inspiration from other Ninjago characters like Lloyd, Kai, and Zane to help you capture the essence of this unique universe.











Part 3: Inking the Earth Master
Once you’re satisfied with your refined sketch, it’s time to add ink! Use your inking pen or fine-tip marker to carefully outline your drawing, focusing on clean lines and adding any final details. After outlining, erase any remaining pencil marks for a crisp, clean appearance.

Part 4: Coloring and Shading
The final step is to bring Cole to life with color! Use colored pencils or markers to add shades of black, grey, and earthy tones to his outfit and features. Experiment with shading and highlights to create depth and dimension in your drawing. Study the color schemes of other Ninjago characters for inspiration and consistency within the universe.
Now that you’ve worked through how to draw Cole, was he easier or harder than you expected? Lego Ninjago characters have that blocky style that seems simple at first but has some tricky proportions once you get into it. Drop your thoughts (or your finished drawing) in the comments on the pinned Pinterest post, that’s where most of the conversation tends to happen.
Your drawings are the best
Thank you for the kind words!
superb they are like real
He is my favorite! I can draw him now, and all because of you! Tysm!
Thank you for the kind words. Glad you like it!
Can you draw cole in a different suit?
Of course. Check for the website updates in a week