How to draw SpongeBob SquarePants
Your finished SpongeBob SquarePants drawing!
Hey there, Doodleers! Today, we're heading underwater to Bikini Bottom to learn how to draw everyone's favorite absorbent friend—SpongeBob SquarePants! This easy step-by-step guide is perfect for beginners or any SpongeBob fan ready to have some fun doodling.
Grab your pencils, and let’s dive in!
Quick Tip: Always start your drawing lightly with a pencil—this way, you can easily erase any little mistakes, and your final artwork will look clean, neat, and totally awesome!
Step 1: Sketch the Basic Shapes
Begin by drawing a rectangle for SpongeBob's body. Below the rectangle, draw four circles to mark the base of his hands and feet. These simple shapes help keep our SpongeBob nicely proportioned!
Step 2: Outline His Features
Add two large circles for eyeballs and half-circles on either side for his cheeks. Draw curved triangles for sleeves and outline his fingers. Sketch a horizontal line near the bottom of the rectangle to show his pants line, and add small circles below his feet for shoes.
Step 3: Define SpongeBob’s Unique Shape
Make the top line of his body wavy to show his spongy texture. Connect his arms and legs to the circles you drew earlier. Draw a small upturned nose and give him a big wide smile between his cheeks. Don't forget to add tiny heels to each shoe!
Step 4: Add Facial and Clothing Details
Draw the crease where his smile meets his cheeks, add an eyelid line, and sketch SpongeBob's two big buckteeth. Outline his shirt collar, tie, and add some horizontal lines for his gym socks.
Step 5: Final Details for SpongeBob’s Look
Add some freckles on his cheeks and random circles around his body to show his sponginess. Draw a horizontal line across his shirt and four small rectangles for his belt. Include a tiny wiggly crease to define his lower lip.
Step 6: Clean Up Your Drawing
Carefully erase all the initial pencil guidelines, leaving a clean, inked drawing of SpongeBob ready to be colored!
Step 7: Color SpongeBob to Life
Bring SpongeBob SquarePants to life with vibrant colors! Use bright yellow for his spongy body, rich brown for his pants, white for his shirt, and black for his shoes. Don’t hesitate to add your own creative touch—try different expressions or fun accessories!
At DoofyDoodles, we love putting a goofy spin on our favorite characters. Feel free to experiment and create your very own unique SpongeBob-inspired doodle!
Related Questions about Drawing SpongeBob SquarePants
What’s the easiest way to draw SpongeBob?
Start with basic shapes like rectangles and circles, gradually adding his detailed features step-by-step. Keeping it simple makes it easier to master his distinctive look!Why is SpongeBob shaped like a rectangle?
SpongeBob was inspired by a kitchen sponge, which typically has a rectangular shape. This makes him both quirky and instantly recognizable!Can I draw SpongeBob digitally?
Absolutely! Programs like Procreate, Photoshop, and IbisPaint are excellent for digital doodling, allowing you to add vibrant colors, textures, and special effects to your SpongeBob artwork.Why doesn’t your SpongeBob look like the one on TV?
We love getting to add our own personality into the characters we see on TV, which is why we've chosen to give SpongeBob sillier eyes and a goofy expression. Feel free to do the same—put your own spin on him and make your drawing uniquely yours!
Fun Facts about SpongeBob SquarePants
He lives in a pineapple 🍍 – SpongeBob’s iconic home is a hollowed-out pineapple at the bottom of the sea.
He was created by a marine biologist 🐠 – Stephen Hillenburg, SpongeBob’s creator, was a marine science educator, which inspired many of the show's marine-life references.
SpongeBob’s birthday 🎉 – SpongeBob officially celebrates his birthday on July 14, 1986, making him a fun-loving Cancer.
Most popular cartoon globally 🌎 – SpongeBob has aired in over 170 countries, making him a beloved global phenomenon!
Here at DoofyDoodles, we believe everyone can enjoy doodling their favorite characters. Keep practicing, stay silly, and explore our Goodies page for more fantastic drawing guides and doodling adventures!
