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How to Draw Gru from Despicable Me: Easy Step-by-Step Art Project for Kids

Below you’ll find how to Draw Gru from Despicable Me: Easy Step-by-Step Art Project for Kids.

A drawing of Gru

A drawing of Gru, made with the help of a step by step tutorial.

Fans of the “Despicable Me” movie series now have some help in learning how to draw Gru. His full name is Felonius Gru, but most commonly referred to simply as Gru, and is one of the main characters. He’s a grouchy, quick-witted and cynical former supervillain.

Preview of the Gru Step by Step Tutorial

Preview of a step by step tutorial for how to draw Gru, available as a free PDF.
OPEN GRU TUTORIAL

Gru Coloring Page

A Gru Coloring Page, available as a free PDF.
OPEN GRU COLORING PAGE

Materials

Drawing Paper

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Pencils

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Sharpie Markers Black

A permanent marker will give you a dark black color.


Colored Pencils or Crayons

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Step by Step Directions

Time needed: 45 minutes

How to Draw Gru

  1. Draw a circle head.

  2. Add the eyes and a smiling mouth.

  3. Draw brows, nose and two ears.

  4. Add the scarf around the neck.

  5. Draw a large collar around the scarf.

  6. Add the body of the jacket.

  7. Draw the arms, small hands, scarf end.

  8. Add two skinny legs and small shoes.

  9. Trace with a marker and color.

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