Free Lion Coloring Pages for Download (Printable PDF)

Roarrrr! Welcome to the collection of king of the jungle -free printable lion coloring pages. Let’s meet the ruler in the jungle and make them vibrant through your coloring tools. 

In this collection, you can find realistic lion designs and lion characters in Lion King cartoons as well. All illustrations are in the PDF format and free to download and print. Now it’s time to dive into the world of colors and lions with VerbNow. 

1. 22 illustrations of mountain lion coloring pages

As a kid, who can resist the charm of such brave and majestic lions? I admire this species even more after watching The Lion King – one of the best movies for me. That’s what makes the collection of free lion coloring pages so special to me. 

When browsing 22 designs, you can find lions in The Lion King’s movie which are in different scenes. Besides, the collection also offers realistic lion coloring pages with a variety of activities. 

To be more specific, you can go through the collection by yourself and find the best designs that fit you. 

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2. How can you download and print free lion coloring pages?  

After choosing your favorite, you may wonder how to download and print these coloring pictures of lions. This is the detailed guideline that will help you answer that question.

• Step 1: Click on the “Download/Print” button under the image that you have chosen to open the full-sized image.
• Step 2:  Now, on the lower left corner of the large image will have the button of “Print PDF” with a print icon. You choose that button to open the print window.
• Step 3: At the new window, you choose the number of copies, the size of the image and everything is ready to print. In case, you don’t want to print immediately, you can download it to your device. 

With the 3 easy steps above, you can own any lion coloring sheets you want to start a coloring session. If you want tips on how to paint the lions beautifully or tips to enhance your artwork, keep reading the following part. 

3. Overview some designs in VerbNow’s lion coloring pages

As I mentioned above, in this collection, we can find realistic lion coloring sheets and Lion King characters designs. Let’s go through them and see how to paint them beautifully. 

3.1. Lion King coloring pages 

Have you ever watched The Lion King – a famous animated film? I admit that I’m a big fan of it and so in love with Simba. This collection satisfies me with many Simba coloring pages from a little cup to a giant Simba. 

Through a series of scenes, the artist has skillfully portrayed the emotional journey of Simba. We see him as a playful cub with Pumba, a proud young lion standing beside his father, and a terrified cub fleeing from vultures. 

The fun has not ended yet because you can find mighty Simba when he grows up. Besides, a softer Simba in the Simba and Nala coloring pages is also my favorite. 

I believe it’s quite challenging to bring out these emotions through coloring. Especially for those just starting out, so let’s dive into how to color a lion in the following section.

Besides Simba, Verbnow also offers coloring pages of other characters such as his evil uncle Scars or his dad Mufasa. These cartoon lion coloring pages will not let you down! 

3.2. Realistic lion coloring pages 

Not only having designs of cartoon lions, VerbNow also provides realistic lion coloring sheets. Realistic lions coloring pages are highly detailed illustrations designed to showcase the majestic features of lions. 

These pages often focus on creating lifelike depictions of lions in their natural habitats. They allow users to explore the textures, shading, and intricate details of the king of the jungle. Female lion coloring pages with her baby cup is my favorite choice because of maternal bond. 

If you are finding lion coloring pages for kids, “young lion standing on a cliff” may be a perfect choice. Coloring sheets for adults should be more intricate and detailed patterns like “lion walking on a field.

4. Tips to enhance your lion coloring pages 

To create stunning, realistic lion artwork, focus on capturing their natural colors, textures, and details. Whether you’re using traditional media like colored pencils or digital tools, here are tips to help your lions beautifully. 

4.1. Choose color for each lion’s part

Color selection is important to create a vibrant and lifelike depiction of a lion. The choice of colors impacts a lot on the overall visual appeal and realism of your lion coloring pages.

• Base Coat: Begin by establishing a foundational layer with a light yellow or buff color for the lion’s body. This provides a neutral base upon which to build subsequent layers of color.
• Mane: Using a diverse palette of brown hues, ranging from light tan to a deep, rich brown for the mane. Consider incorporating subtle touches of black to add depth and dimension, mimicking the intricate play of light and shadow.
• Underbelly: To contrast with the darker mane and body, use a lighter shade of yellow or cream for the underbelly. It helps to create a sense of volume and highlighting the lion’s physique.
• Highlights: Apply highlights to the mane and fur using white or a very light yellow. This technique effectively highlights  the way light interacts with the lion’s fur, enhancing its 3D and realism.

4.2. Trying the layering technique for depth

To make your lion coloring page lifelike, you can try the layering technique. It may be hard at the very first step but becomes easier when you practice enough.

• Mane: Instead of using just one shade of brown, layer different browns to create depth. Use lighter browns where the light hits and darker browns in the shadows, making the mane look more realistic.
• Fur: Use short, light strokes to mimic the direction of the fur. This helps make the lion’s fur look more realistic and adds interesting texture to your artwork.”

4.3. Add details for the coloring pages

Little details also can enhance your final artworks so let’s try some of my suggestions below. 

• For the eyes: Use black for the pupils, a lighter color for the irises, and a small white dot in the center.

• For the nose: Color it black or dark brown.

• For the mouth: Use pink/red for the tongue and black for the nostrils.

• For the whiskers: Draw them carefully with a fine-tipped pen.

4.4. Background

The background plays a crucial role in setting the stage for your lion. Because the background provides context and enhances the overall visual impact of your artwork.

• Consider the environment: If your lion is in the savanna, use warm tone colors. Orange, yellow, and brown will make it look like the African landscape. If your lion is in a jungle environment, a combination of greens and browns will create a lush and green backdrop.
• Add Depth: To make your lion coloring pages look more realistic, use a darker shade of the background color towards the edges of the page. This creates a sense of depth, like in a real scene, and helps to make your lion the center of attention.

4.5. Tips and Tricks

Here are some additional tips to enhance your lion coloring experience and guide you towards achieving exceptional results.

• Look at pictures of lions: Studying real lions will help you understand their colors, markings, and how their fur looks.
• Blend your colors together: Use a tool like a blending stump or even your finger to make the colors look smooth and realistic.
• Don’t be afraid to try new things: Remember this. Experiment with different colors and techniques to find what you like best and discover your own unique style.
• Most importantly, have fun! Coloring should be enjoyable, relax and let your creativity shine.

Let’s carefully consider these tips and incorporate them into your coloring process. You can create a beautiful and realistic lion that shows how talented you are as an artist.

5. Have more fun with activities with lion coloring pages 

To make your fun endless, you can try these ideas to do with finished lion coloring pages. You only need some basic materials such as tissues, scissors, and a cardboard. 

5.1. Lion tissue paper mane 

Why don’t we bring lions to life by creating lion tissue paper? Besides your finished easy lion coloring pages, you need some other material: tissue paper, paper plate, glue, scissors, markers/crayons. You can prepare glitter, sequins, or other decorative materials if you like. 

Below is the instruction to make lion tissue paper mane from your coloring picture of lion.

• Color and Cut: Color the lion’s face on the coloring page. Carefully cut out the lion’s face, including the mane if it’s part of the coloring page.
• Cut Tissue Paper: Cut the tissue paper into long, thin strips. The width of the strips will determine the thickness of the mane.
• Apply Glue: Apply a line of glue around the edge of the paper plate.
• Attach Tissue Paper: Start attaching the tissue paper strips to the glued edge of the plate. Overlap the strips slightly to create a fuller mane.
• Add Layers: Continue adding layers of tissue paper strips in different colors to create a multi-colored mane.
• Attach Lion Face: Glue the cut-out lion’s face to the center of the paper plate, on top of the tissue paper mane.
• Decorate (Optional): Add extra decorations to the lion’s face or the mane using glitter, sequins, or other materials.

5.2. Lion-themed Puzzle

Kids can play together with a lion-themed puzzle. Instead of paying dollars for a puzzle, you can make by yourself with the completed lion coloring pages. Besides all basic materials, let’s prepare cardstock or thick paper. Now let’s learn how to make the lion puzzle.

• Choose Puzzle Difficulty:
  • Simple: Cut the lion into 2-4 large pieces.
  • Middle: Cut the lion into 6-8 pieces.
  • Challenging: Cut the lion into 10 or more smaller pieces.
• Cut Out the Lion: Carefully cut out the colored lion(s). For younger children, you might want to help with some of the cuts.
• Cut the Lion into Pieces: Cut the lion into the desired number of pieces. Consider cutting along natural lines in the picture to make it easier to reassemble. I suggest you to  cut between the mane and the face, or along the legs. 
• Optional: Laminate (for Durability): Laminate the puzzle pieces to make them more durable and easier to handle.
• Play! Mix up the puzzle pieces and let your child try to reassemble the lion.

5.3.  L Is For Lion Page

From the finished lion coloring pages, you can create an ‘L is for Lion’ page for your students or children. This can be part of a fun alphabet booklet.

• Color and Cut: Have the children color a lion coloring page and then carefully cut out the colored lion.
• Make the Letter ‘L’: Use construction paper to cut out a large capital letter ‘L’.
• Assemble the Page: Glue the cut-out letter ‘L’ onto another piece of construction paper. Then, glue the colored lion picture next to the letter.
• Add the Words: Write “is for Lion” underneath the letter and picture.

6. Fun and Interesting Facts About Lions for Kids

While coloring lion coloring pages, children may be curious about this animal. Why should you not read this to tell them to expand their knowledge about animals and nature more? Discover fun and interesting facts about lions with me.

1. Like cheetahs and other cats, lions come from the cat family. Science people have a fancy name for the family of big cats, Felidae.
2. What’s surprising about a lion is that it’s called the ‘king of the jungle.’ But you find lions in Africa’s open savannas. 
3. Lions are a bit smaller than tigers making them the second biggest cats. Male lions can be as long as 10ft, beginning from the head to the tail. Their height could reach 4ft. However, female lions can grow up to 9ft. 
4. These male cats can be quite heavy, weighing about 400lb(180kg). The females can have a mass of nearly 290 lb(130kg). Lions can live for 10 to 15 years. 
5. We call a group of lions pride. It can range from two to forty lions. You can find male and female lions together with their cubs in the pride.
6. Lions are nocturnal animals because they hunt at night in packs. They prey on many animals, including deer, buffalo, antelope, zebra, etc.
7. Female lions hunt the most, and they’ve got super hunting skills.
8. Lions are heavier than cheetahs, so they’re slower. Lion’s speed when they run can reach 50 km/h. But lions are more powerful than cheetahs, and that’s why they can take on large animals.
9. They can sleep between 16-20 hours during the day. They’ll be resting to use all their saved energy to hunt after sunset.
10. Lions are heavy eaters, they can take almost 66 lb or 30 kg in one go. 

Now that you’re a graduate in Zoology (study of animals), let’s move on to another lion adventure. These working sheets are proper for preschool, early elementary, kindergarten, and older kids.

Free lion coloring pages help improve children’s fine motor skills and color recognition. Parents and young children can have fun working on the coloring pages.

Conclusion 

Free lion coloring pages printable of VerbNow is an ideal place for you when having free days. Coloring is not only free and fun but also helps kids increase soft skills and expand their knowledge. Download and print out coloring sheets of lions now to start the journey.