Drawing a cat might seem like one of the most daunting tasks that an artist could ever tackle. But, fear not! With the tips and tricks in this guide, you’ll feel like a professional cartoonist in no time. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or just a bit rusty, this step-by-step guide will help you draw a cute and cuddly cat in no time. The best part? It’ll take you less than 10 minutes to finish! All you need to do is follow these seven simple steps and viola, you’ll have a furry feline friend all your own. Ready, set, kitty!
First and foremost, gather your materials: a piece of paper, a pencil and an eraser. Choose the size of the paper, and the type of pencil, that you feel most comfortable with. For those just getting started, a broad, HB pencil will do.
Step one: Start by sketching an oval shape for the cat’s face. Keep it simple and don’t worry about getting the shape just right – it can be a bit rough around the edges. This is just the beginning of your masterpiece!
Step two: Draw two almond shapes for the eyes. If you want your cat to look friendly, draw the eyes a bit larger than if you wanted it to look grumpy. Just let your creativity guide you!
Step three: Add some ears just above the eyes. Make sure that the ears are in the center of the face, and that they point outwards in the same direction.
Step four: Draw two small circles inside of the eyes. This is a very important step, as it will bring your cat to life. Feel free to make the circles as big or small as you wish, depending on the personality of the cat you are trying to create.
Step five: Add a triangular nose and mouth. Start by drawing the triangle for the nose, and then draw a short curved line to complete the mouth. Make sure to give it some definition by adding some whiskers. These can be done simply by drawing two lines on each side of the mouth.
Step six: Draw a couple of curved lines on either side of the face. These will become the cat’s cheeks. The cheeks should be curved gently, and should be positioned slightly below the eyes.
Step seven: Now it’s time to finish off with two symmetrical curves on either side of the face, to create the neck. Draw the curves gently and make sure that they are even on each side.
And there you have it – a friendly, furry feline friend. With these seven simple steps, you’ll have drawn your own cat in no time! Once you get the hang of it, you can add in some more details such as fur, or change up the colors for a unique look. If you’re feeling extra creative, why not draw a few more cats? There’s no limit to what you can do – the only thing that stands between you and art-making is your imagination. Draw on!
Now that you have your basics down, let’s work on adding more structure and definition to your furry friend! Turn that oval that you had at the start into a nice round head by adding a few lines at the bottom. The lines should come in close to create the chin, add some definition to its cheeks, and finish with a few ‘spikes’ coming off the sides of its ears.
Next let’s focus on the eyes. We want to create a bit of excitement by giving your cat a range of expressions. You can do this by adding different sizes and shapes of eyelids, lashes and pupils to your feline friend. The eyes can be a mix of closed and open, sleeping and alert.
Let’s add some dynamism to your cat. Give your cat a bit of fur to make it look like it’s jumping or running. Have its ears point back and its eyes squint forward giving your cat that natural, wild-cat look. Add some extra fur around the legs and paws if you want your cat to look like it’s sitting or standing.
Now that you have the basics under your belt, it’s time to take your cat drawing to the next level. Add shades and colors to make your cat more realistic. You can use a range of pencils, crayons and even watercolors to make your cat stand out. Finally, don’t forget to add in some whiskers! They add that extra something that helps your little feline friend come alive.
Now go on, unleash your inner artist and draw that one-of-a-kind cat that you’ve always dreamed of! With these simple steps, you’ll have a furry friend in no time. Don’t be afraid to try out different shapes, colors and expressions to make your cat as unique and attractive as you’d like. That’s the beauty of art – anything and everything is possible!
