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Octopus

42 drawings by Artbitrator players — showing top 24

Want to draw an octopus? Start by studying how others have done it.

Use these as reference, then practice in Artbitrator where you can replay drawings and learn from the process, not just the result.

Drawings

Avg Strokes

1650 strokes

Avg Time

69s

Fastest

13s

How to Draw Octopus

Simple steps to draw octopus, based on what works in the examples above.

1 Start with the biggest, easiest shape in the prompt and keep it centered.
2 Add big silhouette and clear outline early — these are the features that make an octopus recognizable.
3 Add two unmistakable clues that make the subject different from nearby prompts.
4 Keep it simple at first. Do not chase detail before the basic idea is readable.
5 Practice by drawing an octopus in Artbitrator, where you can also watch how other players approached it.

Tip: The most recognizable octopus drawings get big silhouette and clear outline down early. Add those first, then refine.

Practice Drawing Octopus

Drawing Tips

Emphasize the big silhouette — it is often the most recognizable part of an octopus.
Keep clear outline visible and clear, even if the rest of the drawing is rough.
Look at the examples above to see which shapes and details other artists prioritized.

Octopus Drawing FAQ

How do you draw an octopus?

Start with a simple shape for the body or main form, then add the key features: big silhouette, clear outline, and one standout detail. Study the examples above to see how other artists approached it.

Is Octopus hard to draw?

Octopus is beginner-friendly if you focus on the key features first. The examples above show that even quick, simple drawings can capture an octopus well.

How do I get better at drawing an octopus?

Browse the examples above for inspiration, then practice in Artbitrator — a free drawing game where you can also watch how other players drew the same subject stroke by stroke.