Learn how to draw a great looking Cartoon Brain with easy, step-by-step drawing instructions, and video tutorial.
By following the simple steps, you too can easily draw a perfect Cartoon Brain.
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Thinking of drawing a brain? You can learn how with the help of this easy, step-by-step brain drawing tutorial.
This brain consists of a series of connected and overlapping curved lines. These give the tissue its characteristic folded pattern.
How can you use this cartoon brain? You could sketch it as part of a science fair project, alongside other organs such as this human heart drawing and lungs drawing.
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Sometimes, brains are used as a symbol of intelligence. You could pair it with this light bulb drawing to make a fun logo for your academic club or trivia team.
Would you like to personify the brain, making it a character in and of itself? Check out this brain drawing guide with a smiling face to create a brain-shaped character.
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Step-by-Step Instructions for Drawing a Cartoon Brain
How to Draw a Great Looking Cartoon Brain for Kids, Beginners, and Adults - Step 1
1. Begin by drawing three connected curved lines. One line should be longer than the others. This outlines the brain stem - how it connects to the spinal cord and the rest of the body.
Easy Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 2
2. Draw two large, overlapping "U" shaped lines at the top of the previous step's shape. The lower line outlines the part of the brain called the cerebellum.
Easy Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 3
3. Draw more overlapping "U" shaped lines at the back of the brain. This region is known as the occipital lobe.
Easy Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 4
4. Draw more overlapping "U" shaped lines to outline the top of the brain. This area is called the parietal lobe.
Easy Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 5
5. Draw more overlapping "U" shaped lines in the center of the brain and across the bottom of it.
Easy Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 6
6. Draw more overlapping "U" shaped lines in the center of the brain and near the front of it. This area is known as the temporal lobe.
Easy Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 7
7. Draw additional overlapping lines at the front of the brain.
Add More Details to Your Cartoon Brain Picture - Step 8
8. Draw more overlapping curved lines across the front of the brain, finishing the frontal lobe.
Complete the Outline of Your Cartoon Brain Drawing - Step 9
9. Texture the cerebellum at the back of the brain with several long curved lines.
Your cartoon brain outline is now complete.
Color Your Cartoon Brain Drawing
How should you color your brain? Known as "grey matter," brains are typically pinkish-grey in color.
You could incorporate a disembodied brain into your comic book, manga, or science fiction story. You can get inspiration from this sci-fi landscape drawing.
Want to create a villain who keeps his brain in a jar? You can learn how to draw a jar for that very purpose.
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