How to Draw an Easy Cartoon Penguin

Learn how to draw a great looking Easy Cartoon Penguin with easy drawing instructions and video tutorial.

By following the simple steps, you too can easily draw a perfect Easy Cartoon Penguin.

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Step-by-Step Instructions for Drawing an Easy Cartoon Penguin

How to Draw a Great Looking Easy Cartoon Penguin for Kids and Beginners - Step 1

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 1

1. Begin the cartoon penguin outline by drawing an irregular round shape. This is the penguin's head. Draw a curved line inside the face, and enclose a partial oval above it to form the eye.

Drawing Step 2

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 2

2. Draw another partial oval, forming the remaining eye. Shade a large partial oval inside each eye.

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Drawing Step 3

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 3

3. Use two curved lines to enclose the gently pointed shape of the penguin's beak. With a curved line, draw the smile across it.

Drawing Step 4

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 4

4. Draw another curved line under the smile, opening the mouth. Draw a short curved line above each eye to form the eyebrows.

Then, draw a long curved line under the head. This will become the side of the penguin's body.

Drawing Step 5

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 5

5. Draw another curved line, the mirror image of the first. Connect them at the bottom with a short line.

Then, extend a curved line from the base of the head. This will become a waving wing.

Drawing Step 6

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 6

6. Draw another curved line to complete the wing; they should meet at a gentle point. Extend a curved line from the opposite side of the face, doubling it back on itself to form the remaining flipper.

Drawing Step 7

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 7

7. Use a wavy curved line to enclose the first of the penguin's foot. Notice the three webbed toes.

Add More Details to Your Easy Cartoon Penguin Picture - Step 8

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 8

8. Draw the remaining flipper, then draw a pair of long curved lines above the eyes to outline the patterns on the penguin's face.

Complete the Outline of Your Easy Cartoon Penguin Drawing - Step 9

Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 9

9. Connect the facial lines to the edges of the face with short lines. Then draw a long curved line across the belly.

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Easy Cartoon Penguin step-by-step drawing tutorial: step 11

Your easy cartoon penguin outline is now complete. Penguins have black and white feathers. Some have yellow or orange markings.

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Learn More About The Easy Cartoon Penguin Drawing

Would you like to learn how to draw a cartoon penguin? This easy, step-by-step animal drawing tutorial will show you how.

This penguin is drawn in a cute cartoon style. Its head and body are round and it has wide eyes.

But you can also learn how to draw a realistic penguin. Check out this fluffy penguin chick drawing. Specifically, it depicts a young emperor penguin.

Between these two styles, you can capture every penguin character from Happy Feet and The Pebble and the Penguin to March of the Penguins.

Of course, penguins are usually found in large groups. Don't just draw one penguin - draw as many as your sketchbook can handle!

For more easy and fun guides, see the How to Draw an Easy Cartoon Duck or Woodpecker Drawing tutorials.

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