130 Coloring Pages Of People [Contains Pages For Kids, Adults, Teens, Beautiful People and Much More]

You know how sometimes you just want to color, but you’re tired of filling in unicorns, cats, and landscapes?

Yeah, me too.

Don’t get me wrong, coloring a fluffy kitten is cool, but I’ve hit a point where I’m like, “Can I color some actual people, please? Like a dude with a mohawk or maybe a ballerina riding a skateboard?”

Well, guess what?

That’s exactly what I’ve got for you—coloring pages with PEOPLE in it.

I’m talking pages for everyone—kids, teens, adults, and even that weird uncle who insists he’s an ‘artiste.’

Whether you’re coloring for stress relief, boredom, or just to finally give someone neon green eyebrows, we’ve got you covered.

So without further ado, let’s get creative—because these people aren’t going to color themselves (but if they could, that would make this blog a whole lot weirder).

Coloring Pages of People [For Kids i.e. Easy and Simple]

130 Coloring Pages Of People [Contains Pages For Kids, Adults, Teens, Beautiful People and Much More]

Coloring Pages of People [For Adults]

Coloring Pages of People [For Teens]

Coloring Pages of Beautiful People

Coloring Pages of People Helping Others

Coloring Pages of People Dancing

Coloring Pages of People Wearing Beautiful Dresses

Things to Keep in Mind While Coloring These Pages

1. Consider the Skin Tone Palette

If you’re coloring people, one of the first things you’re going to have to think about is skin tone.

Gone are the days when the 24-pack of crayons would have you reaching for that one “peach” shade for every character in sight. We live in a vibrant world, and your coloring pages should reflect that!

Before you begin, consider mixing and layering different tones to achieve depth and realism.

There are now plenty of skin tone pencil sets and markers that offer a wide variety of shades—from light to deep, warm to cool, and everything in between.

Pro Tip: Layering is your friend! Start with a light base color and gradually build up darker tones to give the skin dimension. Use softer pressure for the lighter areas (like where the light hits the face) and more pressure or additional layers in areas that might naturally have more shadow.

Also, don’t forget the blush!

A little bit of soft pink or peach on the cheeks goes a long way to bring life to your characters.

2. Highlight Hair Textures

When it comes to coloring people, the hair can be one of the trickiest parts. But don’t sweat it—this is where you can really flex your creativity!

Whether your page shows straight, wavy, curly, or coily hair, it’s important to capture the texture and flow.

For straight hair, long smooth strokes with your pencil will help you achieve that sleek look. For curly or textured hair, embrace the loops, swirls, and tighter strokes to capture the bounce and volume.

Pro Tip: Remember to highlight! No, I’m not talking about those academic days when you highlighted entire textbooks (we’ve all done it).

I’m talking about adding lighter shades to areas where the light would naturally hit.

Even on black or dark brown hair, add some streaks of white, silver, or a lighter brown to give the hair shine and dimension. Think of it like giving your character a fresh blowout—but without the salon prices!

3. Outfits: Fashion and Fun

The one place where you can go as wild or as simple as you’d like.

Are you coloring a futuristic space traveler in neon spandex? Or perhaps a 19th-century lady in an elaborate gown?

Whatever the case, this is where you get to channel your inner fashion designer!

One of my personal favorite things to do is mix patterns and textures—polka dots on a shirt, stripes on the pants, or maybe some plaid if I’m feeling bold. This is where you can really play with colors and patterns.

Pro Tip: Use darker shades to add shadows to the creases and folds of the clothing. This will make the outfits look more realistic and give them a sense of movement.

You can even experiment with adding textures—cross-hatching or small dots can give the illusion of fabric details like wool or denim. And if you want to go next-level, try matching the color scheme of the clothes to the character’s personality or environment.

Is this person standing on a beach?

Maybe their colors are lighter and breezier.

In a city?

Think dark tones with bold pops of color.

4. Master the Art of Shadows and Light

Here’s where you go from “someone who colors” to a legit artist. When coloring people, shadows and highlights can elevate the whole picture from flat to three-dimensional.

Think about where the light source is coming from—whether it’s the sun, a lamp, or some mysterious glow—and use that to guide where you place your darker and lighter shades.

If you’re shading skin, for example, areas like under the chin, on the neck, or beneath the arms will naturally be darker.

Meanwhile, the top of the nose, forehead, and cheekbones are likely to catch more light, so leave those areas a bit lighter.

Pro Tip: Blending is key! Invest in a colorless blender pencil or use a tissue (yep, a regular tissue!) to softly blend colors together, especially for shadows.

This will help your transitions look smoother and more natural. And remember, you can always start light and add more color if needed—but it’s a bit trickier to take away once it’s on the paper.

5. Eyes: The Windows to the Soul (Or At Least to a Decent Coloring Page)

Eyes are one of those small details that can make a huge difference in your final product.

Whether you’re coloring large, expressive eyes or smaller, more subtle ones, adding depth and shine will bring them to life.

The trick here is to use multiple colors. Don’t just grab one flat blue or brown crayon and call it a day. Add a darker shade around the edges of the iris, and maybe a lighter dot near the center to make them appear rounder.

And don’t forget to leave a little white spot for that reflective gleam!

Pro Tip: If you want your characters to look extra realistic (and slightly more dramatic), add just a tiny bit of shadow under the eyelid. It gives the eyes a more three-dimensional look.

And if you want to get really fancy, you can even add some subtle color to the whites of the eyes—they’re never 100% white in real life, so adding the tiniest touch of blue or gray can add realism.

6. Experiment with Backgrounds

You’ve spent all this time coloring the people, and now you might be tempted to skip the background altogether, but hold on! A good background can make your beautifully colored person stand out even more.

If you’re feeling ambitious, you can draw in your own background—whether it’s a simple sky, a cityscape, or a whimsical forest. If that feels like too much work (no judgment, sometimes I get lazy too), you can opt for a gradient background using colored pencils, softly blending colors from one corner of the page to the other.

This creates a nice visual interest without overshadowing your main subject.

Pro Tip: If your character is standing outside, try adding subtle shadows to the ground where their feet would be.

This small detail can make the figure look like it’s standing in a real space rather than just floating on the page.

And if you really want to impress, match the color of the light source (like the golden glow of the sun) to the shadows and highlights on your person. You’ll feel like a professional in no time!

7. Markers, Pencils, or Crayons? Oh My!

Each medium has its own pros and cons, so feel free to mix and match. I personally love starting with colored pencils for fine details and then adding bolder colors with markers.

Crayons can add great texture, especially for backgrounds or clothes.

Pro Tip: Markers are great for flat, even color, but they can bleed through paper. Always have a scrap piece of paper under your work to protect the pages beneath.

Also, consider investing in alcohol-based markers if you want those smooth, professional-looking blends—just be warned, they’re addictively fun!