Leopard in Profile Gazing Past the Page

A leopard is drawn from the shoulders up, with its head turned toward the right and its gaze fixed on something out of view. The big cat has a rounded ear, a closely drawn eye, a broad nose and long whiskers that sweep out from the muzzle and across the cheek. Rosette-style spots cover the head, neck and shoulder. They are small and tight around the face and get larger and more stretched out along the back and chest. Fine fur lines add texture near the cheeks, chin and nose. The background is left completely blank. Try a few shades of gold and tan for the coat, then fill the spots with dark brown or black. It could also start a talk about how spot patterns help leopards blend into their surroundings. This free page suits older kids who enjoy detail work.