How to Draw a Simple Cute Mermaid

1. Near the middle of the page, start with the bottom half of a heart shape. Sketch two short lines underneath, then add a diagonal line on each side pointing in the opposite direction.

On the left, draw two more diagonal lines pointing downward. Repeat this process on the right but at slightly different angles.

2. In the center of the body, make two ovals like an infinity symbol. Use a lightly curved line to complete the arm. Draw a half-oval for the palm, then use narrow hot dog shapes for the fingers.

3. Draw two straight lines to complete the right arm, and sketch two more loose hot dog shapes. Add curved lines on either side of the body, then connect them with another curved line underneath.

4. Sketch an oblong oval above the hand on the left. Underneath the body, use sweeping curves to draw a loose teardrop shape that curves upward at the point. Draw another loop for the last finger.

5. For the fins, draw loopy shapes around the fish's body. Add a dot and small curves for the facial features.

6. Draw two semi-circles near the center of the face. Sketch loose S-shapes over the semi-circles, then draw circles for the pupils and fill them in.

Draw smaller white circles and leave them blank to capture the light glinting off the eyes. Add short curves above the eyes.

7. Add a hook shape for the nose and a curve for the mouth.

8. For the hair, start with two broad, swooping curves that come together in a point overlapping the head. Surround the rest of the head with loose, wavy lines like a cloud floating behind the body.

9. Make a wide heart shape for the tail, and sketch lines inside the tail for added depth.

Outline your simple cute mermaid with a black pen, marker or colored pencil. Congratulations! You've drawn a cartoon mermaid.

For a final touch, color the hair yellow and the fish orange. Use green for the tail and purple for the top. Finally, use your favorite skin color to fill in the rest of the outline.