These medusa coloring pages bring the most famous monster of Greek mythology right to your coloring table. If your kids know her from the Percy Jackson movies or Clash of the Titans, they are probably already obsessed with the lady with the snake hair. I’ve collected 20 Medusa designs here that capture her in every possible style.
I wanted to make sure everyone had something to color. Whether you want a simple medusa outline for your little one (who just wants to color snakes) or a beautiful medusa coloring page for yourself, it’s in this stack. The collection ranges from medusa cute cartoons that are totally friendly to pretty medusa portraits that focus on her face rather than the scary parts. I also included plenty of detailed medusa coloring pages for adults because, let’s be honest, shading all those individual snakes is incredibly satisfying.
Don’t worry, these pages won’t turn you to stone. Each medusa coloring sheet offers a different difficulty level. Just scroll down to find your favorite Gorgon, click the image, and grab the free PDF.
Who Is Medusa? (The Misunderstood Monster)
Most people think of Medusa as just a villain with snakes for hair. But here is the twist: she wasn’t always a monster. According to the myths, she was originally a beautiful woman who served as a priestess. Things went wrong (involving Poseidon), and she ended up getting cursed by Athena.
So when you color these, remember that she is actually kind of a tragic character. She was one of three Gorgon sisters, along with Stheno and Euryale. The big difference? Her sisters were immortal, but Medusa wasn’t. It adds a cool layer to the story when you realize she is more of a cursed victim than just a scary beast. If you want to see the gods who started all this drama, check out our Greek goddess coloring page designs or the Poseidon coloring sheets.
Coloring Tips for Snake Hair
The hair is obviously the best part to color here. Since each strand is a snake, you can go wild with the details.
If you want a classic look, stick to different shades of green for the snakes and a pale, gray-green for her skin. Give her golden eyes to show her magical power. But if you want a pretty medusa vibe, try using purples and teals for the snakes and soft, human skin tones. It makes her look more like the priestess she used to be.
For the medusa coloring page designs that are meant to be scary, go with dark blacks and reds. A quick tip: if you have metallic gold or silver gel pens, use them for the scales on the snakes. It makes the drawing pop off the page. (This trick also works great on our dragon coloring page designs, by the way).
Fun Medusa Facts for Kids
The myths are full of wild details that kids usually find awesome. For example, the hero Perseus could only defeat her by using his shield as a mirror. He knew that if he looked directly at her, he would turn to stone, so he watched her reflection instead.
Here is the coolest fact: when Medusa was defeated, the winged horse Pegasus was born from her. It’s a weird connection, but it links her to one of the most famous fantasy coloring pages creatures ever. Also, did you know the logo for the fashion brand Versace is actually Medusa? They chose her because her beauty made people stop in their tracks.
How to Download
Getting these printed is super easy. Just click on the image you want to color. It will open the high-quality PDF directly in your browser.
From there, you can hit print or save it to your device for later. No sign-ups needed. Just grab your crayons and start coloring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was Medusa always a monster?
No, and this is what makes her interesting! She started as a beautiful human priestess. She was cursed by the goddess Athena, which is how she got the snake hair and the stone-turning gaze. It wasn’t really her fault, which makes her a sympathetic character to color.
What are Medusa’s sisters called?
Her sisters were named Stheno and Euryale. Together, the three of them were known as the Gorgons. Unlike Medusa, her two sisters were immortal and couldn’t be defeated. It’s fun for kids to draw the other two sisters and make a whole Gorgon family portrait.
Are these coloring pages scary?
It’s a mix. I included cute medusa cartoon versions specifically for younger kids so they wouldn’t be frightened. These have smiling snakes and friendly faces. For the older kids and adults, I have the more realistic, detailed pages that show her fiercer side. You can pick the level that works for you.
What colors should I use for Medusa?
Tradition says green snakes and grayish skin, but don’t feel stuck with that. Modern artists color her in everything from blues and purples to rainbow colors. I’ve seen some amazing versions where the snakes are coral snakes (red, yellow, and black). Since she is a magical creature from our Greek mythology coloring collection, there is no wrong answer.
