How to Draw A Rhino: Step-by-Step Fun from My Cute Cartoon Animals Book

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend time with your kids, or just want to pick up a pencil and draw something cute, I’ve got something you’ll love. In this post, I’m excited to share a brand-new video tutorial where I walk you through how to draw a rhino—a character straight from my book How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals.

This cheerful little rhino (or rhinoceros, if you want to get fancy) has big eyes, a friendly smile, and that signature horn right at the front of its head. Whether you’re a beginner or someone who’s been drawing for a while, this tutorial is made to be easy and approachable. Best of all, it’s based on the exact same step-by-step method I use in the book.

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About the Book: How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals

How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals includes 50 original characters, all drawn by me, and all created using a six-step method that makes drawing both fun and achievable. This book is filled with hand-drawn characters—no AI art, no generic clipart, just fun, expressive cartoon animals that I’ve designed from scratch.

When I sat down to create this book, I wanted each character to be distinct and packed with personality. You’ll find animals like alligators, cats, penguins, elephants, and of course—our cheerful rhino (aka cartoon rhinoceros). Each character is broken down into six steps that gradually build from simple shapes to full, polished drawings.

The goal here is to help young artists learn how to draw a rhino or any other animal in the book with confidence and joy. And because each step is illustrated and explained clearly, there’s no guesswork involved.

How to Draw a Rhino, drawn by Kevin Coulston

Why This Book Stands Out

I believe in keeping drawing fun, accessible, and screen-free. That’s why I created books like this one—to give kids a creative outlet that doesn’t involve a screen. How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals makes it easy for kids to sit down with a pencil and get started without needing an internet connection or app.

Here’s what makes this book such a great choice:

  • Original Hand-Drawn Art: Every animal in the book was drawn by me with pencil and ink. There’s no AI or reused artwork—just fun, friendly creatures with a lot of charm.
  • Kid-Friendly Instructions: The six-step format is perfect for younger kids. It breaks down each character into simple parts, so it never feels overwhelming.
  • Creative Confidence: By the time kids finish a drawing, they feel proud of what they’ve made. That confidence can carry over into other areas of creativity too.
  • Educational Value: While it’s fun, it also teaches basic drawing skills, motor coordination, and shape recognition.

If your child has ever said they want to learn how to draw a rhino—or a rhinoceros—they’ll love this book.

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A Closer Look at the Video Tutorial

The star of this video is the cute cartoon rhino—and yes, it's one of my original characters from How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals. I take you through each step as I sketch out this lovable creature, starting with simple shapes and slowly building it up into a fully formed cartoon rhino. The goal is to make it feel manageable and fun, especially for kids who are just learning how to draw.

The video breaks the drawing process into clear, easy-to-follow stages. You'll start with basic outlines and shapes, then move on to details like the rhino’s eyes, ears, horn, and happy little smile. The result is a cartoon rhino (or rhinoceros, if we’re being technical) that looks great but is simple enough that even young kids can follow along.

If you've ever wondered how to draw a rhino in a way that's friendly, cute, and not overly complicated, this tutorial is the perfect place to start.

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Part of a Bigger Series

How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals is part of my larger How to Draw series, which now includes dozens of books covering everything from food monsters to dinosaurs, fairies to aliens. Each one follows the same six-step drawing format and is filled with original characters designed by me.

This series was built for kids who love drawing and parents who want something fun and enriching for their kids to do. They make great gifts, birthday party favors, and even classroom art activities. And they’re perfect for kids who want to learn how to draw a rhino—or any number of other fun cartoon animals (rhinoceroses included).

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Ready to Draw?

If you enjoyed learning how to draw a rhino in the video tutorial, I think you’re going to have a lot of fun with the rest of the characters in the book. Every page is a new opportunity to build your drawing skills, explore creativity, and just enjoy the process of making art.

So grab your pencils, download the free activity page if you haven’t already, and give the video a try. After that, flip through How to Draw: Cute Cartoon Animals and choose your next character. Whether it’s a penguin, a giraffe, or another rhino (or rhinoceros), you’ll be surprised at what you can create.

Thanks for following along, and keep drawing!

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