How to Draw A Baby Flamingo – Video Tutorial + Tracing Fun from Trace Then Color: Baby Animals
If you’re looking for an easy and fun way to teach kids how to draw a baby flamingo, you’re in the right place.
This post features a brand-new video drawing tutorial straight from the pages of my book Trace Then Color: Baby Animals. The featured character today is a baby flamingo—fluffy, round, with oversized eyes and a cheerful little wobble. It’s one of the cutest animals in the book, and a great starting point for anyone learning how to draw a baby flamingo.
Watch the Tutorial: How to Draw A Baby Flamingo Step by Step
In the free video tutorial below, I walk you through every step needed to learn how to draw a baby flamingo just like the one in the book. No guesswork, no complicated lines—just simple shapes, clear instructions, and fun details.
This style is approachable for kids as young as five but also enjoyable for anyone looking to relax and sketch something sweet and silly. The drawing starts with basic shapes, builds up with gentle curves, and ends with light shading and color. By the end, you’ll know how to draw a baby flamingo with confidence—and you’ll have a finished character that feels full of personality.
Watch the video tutorial here:
About the Book: Trace Then Color: Baby Animals
This drawing comes from my book Trace Then Color: Baby Animals, which is part of the larger Trace Then Color series. The book features 30+ baby animal characters in a variety of adorable poses—from a sleepy koala to a playful dolphin, a giggling panda, a shy alligator, a fluffy llama (also featured in a previous freebie), and now, our spotlight character: a baby flamingo.
Each page is designed to build drawing confidence. Kids trace the outlines of the character, then color it in however they like. It’s a gentle, low-pressure way to help young artists improve control, recognize shapes, and have fun creating something they’re proud of.
And for those specifically looking to learn how to draw a baby flamingo, this book gives them the perfect opportunity to do so in a way that feels achievable and fun.
Why Tracing Works
The Trace Then Color method is about more than just filling in lines. It’s a smart, structured way to practice drawing fundamentals like:
- Line control
- Shape recognition
- Fine motor skills
- Focus and concentration
Tracing allows kids to follow a clear path and build up their muscle memory as they go. They’re not just coloring—they’re learning how shapes come together to form characters.
So when your child wants to know how to draw a baby flamingo, giving them a page from this book lets them start with a strong foundation. They can trace the entire flamingo, color it in, then maybe even try drawing it freehand later on.
What Makes Trace Then Color: Baby Animals Different?
There are plenty of tracing books out there, but this one focuses specifically on cute, cartoon-style baby animals designed to appeal to younger kids and early learners. The expressions are friendly, the lines are bold and clean, and each character has its own little personality.
If your child wants to learn how to draw a baby flamingo, this book provides a ready-made guide—and once they’re finished, they can move on to other favorites like a baby cat, dog, dolphin, or giraffe. There’s always another adorable animal waiting on the next page.
About the Trace Then Color Series
The Trace Then Color series is one of my favorite formats to create. It’s designed for young artists who are still building confidence and coordination but who also want to feel like they’re really drawing.
Each one focuses on a different theme, but they all follow the same simple formula: trace the character, color it in, and enjoy the process.
Books like Trace Then Color: Baby Animals are especially great for ages 4–8, but older kids (and even adults) can enjoy them too. Whether your child is asking how to draw a baby flamingo or just wants a relaxing, creative activity, this series is a solid choice.
Creative Benefits for Kids
Beyond just teaching your child how to draw a baby flamingo, books like this support:
- Creativity: Kids can customize each character with their own colors and patterns.
- Problem-solving: Figuring out where each line goes is a great way to develop critical thinking.
- Confidence: Finishing a drawing feels good. Tracing lets kids succeed right away.
These books are structured but still open-ended. That’s what makes them work so well in both home and classroom settings.
Get Started Today
If you’ve got a kid who loves animals, flamingos, or just drawing cute stuff, this book is for them. Watch the video tutorial to learn how to draw a baby flamingo, then check out the full book for more characters in the same adorable style.
Trace Then Color: Baby Animals is available now on Amazon. Whether you’re using it as a homeschool art resource, a rainy-day activity, or a way to encourage independent creativity, it’s a reliable go-to for early learners who want to draw more and feel good doing it.
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Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 70 (and still counting) children’s drawing books available here on FirstArtBooks.com. Kevin has also authored numerous kid-friendly comic book series, including “Dylan McVillain: A Super Villain with the Best Intentions” and “The Adventures of a 4th Grade Space Captain,” along with the Children’s Picture Book series “Alexis and the T-Rexes.”
