If you are looking for things to draw when you're bored, these easy, step-by-step superhero drawing tutorials are coming to your rescue!
Want to learn how to draw aliens, magical symbionts, giant robots, and more fun art projects? Each of these simple cartoon drawing ideas will show you how.
You can look at the illustrations, adding the new blue lines from each step. You can also read the text descriptions for more tips.
So, which sketch will you start with? A cute teen hero? You'll find plenty of those, from the Teen Titans to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Miraculous Ladybug, and her friends.
You can even explore the genre-breaking characters who started it all. There's Superman, the very first comic book superhero. He's accompanied by other long-time crime fighters like Batman and Wonder Woman.
What about villains? We've got those, too - or anti-heroes, at least. Check out Catwoman, Venom, or the classic anti-hero, Deadpool.
These drawing projects might inspire you to create your own superhero character. Can you combine the skills you learn as you sketch your way through this list to create something truly original?
Pro tip: After you've drawn several of the above characters, pick one to use as the basis for your original character. Sketch the basic body outline, but fill in the details of the costume to make it your own.
49 Easy Superhero Drawing Ideas
Rena Rouge from Miraculous
Alya Césaire has always been a fiery redhead. But with the help of her kwami Trixx, she becomes Rena Rouge - a really foxy lady! The Fox Miraculous gives her super speed, super strength, and the ability to use a flute as a weapon.
Captain America
Created just three years after Superman, Captain America is Marvel's star-spangled superhero. He was the hero people wanted during World War II - injected with a secret serum, Captain America took on real-world villains in his comic book pages.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Face
Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, or Michelangelo? You can make this a picture of your favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle by coloring his mask blue, red, purple, or orange. Or, draw them all!
the Flash
How fast can you draw? Don't worry, you won't have to complete this drawing at super speed. But follow the steps, and you'll be finished in a flash!
Miles Morales Spider-Man
That's not your ordinary Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. It's Miles Morales, an ordinary teen who was bitten by a genetically enhanced spider while painting graffiti in the subway.
Venom
Whoa, that's not Spider-Man either! It's Venom, an anti-hero created when an alien symbiote bound itself to Spider-Man and took on some of his appearance and powers.
Goku Ultra Instinct
Goku, an alien Saiyan from Planet Vegeta, has been the salvation of Earth and the universe many times over. With the Ultra Instinct technique, he becomes even more powerful than a Super Saiyan.
Cat Noir from Miraculous
Adrien Agreste is cute - he's a fashion model after all. But when he becomes Cat Noir with the help of the Cat Miraculous, he's downright irresistible!
Lego Batman
It's the pocket-sized version of everyone's favorite Dark Knight. Don't underestimate this Lego Batman mini-figure!
the Black Panther
There's nothing like the feeling you get when a superhero looks just like you. Celebrate everything Wakanda stands for with this portrait of T'Challa.
Captain Marvel
Carol Danvers is Supergirl's adoptive human sister. When she became a human-Kree hybrid, she developed powers that rival her sister's!
Catwoman
Who's the perfect match for Cat Noir, above? How about a DC Comics crossover to meet the iconic Catwoman? Purr-fect!
Batman
This classic silver-suited Batman thrilled generations of viewers. Try your hand at this Batarang-wielding crime fighter and help him defend Gothan City from evil.
the Hulk
Hulk smash! You can sketch this angry scientist who's gone green. Just be careful not to break your crayons with hulk-like super strength!
Viperion from Miraculous
Luka Couffaine's snakelike abilities include speed, strength, agility, and even time travel. Can he win the affection of Ladybug from his rival, Cat Noir?
Adrien Agreste from Miraculous
Superhero by night, and a French clothing model by day. What's not to love? Up your portrait sketching abilities with this Adrien Agreste drawing.
Batman’s Face
Glowing triangular eyes. Pointy ears. A dark mask obscuring his identity. A gravelly voice. He's Batman!
Cyborg from Teen Titans
Have you ever wanted to be a teenage superhero? Vic Stone was an ordinary guy - smart, and athletic. Then a tragic accident changed everything - his life was saved, but he was more machine than man!
Cyclops from X-Men
The mutant formerly known as Scott Summers wears special goggles because he can shoot optic blasts of energy from his eyes. Can you control his power?
Raphael from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
This is a cute chibi version of the angry, battle-ready Teenage mutant Ninja Turtle Rafael. He's ready to rumble. Are you?
Beast Boy from Teen Titans
Garfield Logan was an ordinary kid. Then, he contracted a rare disease and received genetic treatments. This left him with green skin and the awesome ability to take on the appearance of almost any animal.
Starfire from Teen Titans
Princess Kori lost her kingdom and was enslaved by alien scientists. Then, she came to Earth and became a superhero. You go, girl!
Optimus Prime from Transformers
That's no ordinary semi-truck. It might just be the alien robot Optimus Prime, taking on an unassuming secret identity.
Spiderman’s Face
That's some fancy web work decorating Spider-Man's suit. You can take in all the details with this portrait drawing tutorial.
Deadpool
The Merc with a Mouth is everyone's favorite anti-hero. He might just break the fourth wall and start talking to you as you complete this tutorial.
Spiderman: Easy Step-by-Step Spiderman Drawing Tutorial for Beginners
If you're looking for the easiest superhero drawing tutorial, this is the one for you. You can build your skills and confidence as you create Spider-Man in 20 simple steps.
Superman
Superman is the original crime-fighting superhero. Take flight with the Man of Steel in this step-by-step guide.
Iron Man’s Mask
Not all superheroes are born that way. Some, like Iron Man, are self-made. What will you build with the help of this drawing guide?
Wonder Woman
She's the offspring of gods and a princess of the Amazons. Diana Prince is no damsel in distress.
Batman Logo
When Gotham's in trouble, they use the Bat Signal to call for help! This logo of a bat silhouette inside an oval also appears on Batman's costume and belongings.
Superman Logo
The Superman symbol is one of the most iconic. It looks like the letter "S" to use, but it is actually the seal of the alien House of El, and it means hope.
Spiderman’s Logo
Spider-Man's symbol is the silhouette of a spider. It has two body sections - the head and abdomen - eight jointed legs, and two prominent fangs.
Flash Logo
A symbol of speed, the Flash's logo is quick as lightning to draw. It is a zig-zag lightning bolt surrounded by a circle.
Cape
What's a superhero without a cape? Learn how to draw this simple garment. Of course, according to Edna Mode says "No capes!" because they snag on missiles or get caught in a jet stream!
Chibi Deadpool
"Cute" and "antihero" may be antithetical, but the wisecracking mercenary who breaks the fourth wall can do pretty much anything he wants. So here he is, cute, small, and childlike.
Chibi Supergirl
Superman's cousin inherited his super abilities as well as his sense of style. Draw her long hair, flowing cape, boots, skirt, and uniform bearing the "S" shaped logo.
Justice League Logo
When a group this amazing gets together, they need a logo that is forged in metal and stone. The shield-shaped logo bears a star shape and the letters "J" and "L."
Chibi Spider-Man
Are your Spidey senses tingling? Or is that just aww-evoking cuteness? This chibi webslinger wears his classic web-design suit.
Deadpool Logo
Deadpool's logo resembles his mask, with two eyespots. It also looks like the universal circle and bar symbol meaning "No."
Venom's Face
When the symbiote melded with Spider-Man, it took on some of his characteristics, like a mask with eyespots. But this villain also has long, sharp teeth and a searching tongue.
Hulk's Face
Your friends will be green with envy when you master this portrait of the Hulk. He has bushy eyebrows, bulging muscles, and a grimace that could curdle milk.
Iron Man
Tony Stark is ready for action in his Iron Man suit. Capture all the minute details of overlapping metal and robotic joints.
Iron Spider from Avengers
What does a cross between Iron Man and Spider-Man look like? Enter the Iron Spider - a typical representation of Spider-Man with jointed, metal arachnid legs emerging from his back.
Superhero
Do you dream of being a superhero? Let your dreams take flight when you learn how to draw one. This superhero drawing has a mask, cape, and super suit. Can you customize it with your own superhero logo?
Easy Superman
Superman is the quintessential superhero. This Superman drawing is dressed up in classic style - his suit with the "S" logo, boots, and cape. You can even sketch his classically curly hair.
Power Ranger for Beginners
Were the Power Rangers the first superheroes you learned to love? Which version did you watch? This classic Power Ranger has on a suit decorated with diamond shapes and a dinosaur-like face mask.
Captain America's Shield
It may be made of vibranium, but you won't need any special gear to make this shield. All you will need is a pencil and a sheet of paper - and maybe some markers or colored pencils to shade it in red, white, and blue.
The Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff)
Red eyes, red lips, red costume, red hair - she doesn't call herself Scarlet for nothing. But you can get to the coloring after you finish sketching this superhero portrait.
Shazam
He may look a lot like Superman, but his name is Shazam. Learn how to draw a portrait of this comic book superhero in flight.
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