Here are a few more key informational points that create a realistic elephant. 1. There is overlapping skin that hangs over the eyes. Don't make it too thick, or it will seem ridiculous. 2. The fleshy kin of the trunk should be drawn in a spherical appearance. Take your time and pretend your drawing over a ball. This will give dimension to the elephant. 3. Tusks are shorter due to the perspective. 4. The ear flaps have jagged rips and tears, giving the elephant a sense of aging. The more rips you add to the flaps, the older the elephant. 5. The ears start off at large bases and curve off into the lower jaw.