Swans are some of the biggest flying birds on the planet, and they are known to be one of the most beautiful as well. They are found in many countries in the world and prefer temperate environments. Not only are they beautiful, but swans have also become associated with love and romance. Even so, they’re not to be underestimated, as they can be quite grumpy when agitated! This stunning collection features swan designs ranging from detailed to cartoony, making it perfect for all tastes and skill levels. It’s not just about the pictures, as you can also expect to learn a few interesting facts about swans as you go.
25 Free Swan Coloring Pages To Print And Color
1. Baby Cygnet And Its Mother
A baby swan is called a cygnet, and here we can see two of them learning to swim with their mother. It’s an adorable scene that will be even more beautiful with your color choices. A baby swan features in the classic fairytale The Ugly Duckling by Hans Christian Andersen. In the story, a duckling is ostracized for being ugly before realizing that they were a cygnet the whole time.
2. Beautiful Swan Spreading Its Wings
3. Elegant Swan Near Water Lilies
4. Graceful Swan Gliding Through The Water
Is there anything more graceful than a swan on water? Swans are also considered to be a symbol of love and romance, and this is partly due to the fact that mating pairs will typically stay together for life. There are some occasions where a couple will split, but it’s not super common.
5. Mother Swan With Her Cygnets
6. Pair Of Swans Floating Together
There is such a peaceful feeling to this depiction of a swan couple floating together. I would use some soft watercolor paints for this one if I were working on it! Swans are a protected species in the United Kingdom, and only three companies are authorised to own them. It was also considered high treason to kill a swan until 1998. I love swans, but that does seem a little excessive!
7. Swan Building A Nest Near The Reeds
This swan is settling on its nest to protect its eggs, and it shows the dedication of a mother swan to her young. Unlike some species, the male of a pair will be involved as well. A male swan will help to protect the female as she sits on her eggs, and they can get quite vicious if anyone threatens them!
8. Happy Swan On A Lake
9. Swan Dipping Its Head Underwater
10. Swan Drifting Along A Quiet River
11. Swan Floating Under The Sunset
12. Swan Flying Low Over The Water Surface
13. Swan Gliding Across Still Water
14. Swan Leading A Group Of Baby Cygnets
15. Swan Looking At Its Reflection Coloring Sheet
Everyone likes to admire a pretty swan, and even they can’t resist looking at their own reflections! Although they are beautiful and elegant, you need to be careful around them. Swans will hiss when they’re agitated, so if you see a hissing swan, you should keep a wide berth, as they can give a nasty bite.
16. Swan Near Blooming Lotus Flowers
17. Swan Resting On A Grassy Riverbank
18. Swan Sitting On A Nest Of Eggs
Another mother swan is protecting her precious eggs in this scene! Swans are iconic in the German city of Hamburg, as there is a tradition that as long as there are swans on the Alster lakes, the city will be financially prosperous. It’s against the law to harm or even insult swans in Hamburg, so it’s safe to say they take swans pretty seriously.
19. Swan Stretching Its Long Neck While Swimming
20. Swan On A Peaceful Lake
21. Swan Swimming Under A Stone Bridge
22. Swan Exploring A Lake
23. Swan With Open Wings On A Misty Lake
24. Swans Forming A Heart Shape
25. White Swan Surrounded By Autumn Leaves Coloring Page
It’s time for some Autumn beauty for this final page of the collection. Using some Fall colors would help to make it even more stunning. If it happens to be Fall where you live, then you could find some Fall leaves, crunch them up and stick them over the leaves on this page to add some texture.
After You Color Your Swan Pages
Draw even more baby cygnets to interact with the adult swans. Look up some examples of other waterfowl, such as ducks or geese, to hang out with the swans. Print one of the pages on cardboard, fold it over, and add some heart motifs to turn it into a romantic greeting card. Search for some pictures of the Hamburg docks to draw as a background for some of the pages.
Swans are some of the most beautiful creatures on the planet, and that’s why they have appeared in so many works of art around the world. This collection allowed you to add some of your own swan art to these works, and I hope you enjoyed bringing some color to these peaceful and elegant scenes. Once you have finished some of your favorite pages in the collection, you could share them on social media to show them off!
