1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
In the upper part of your page, draw a wide head. At the bottom left and bottom right, add a small pointy tuft of fur on each cheek. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Raccoon
This cartoon raccoon is a wide head with a dark mask, a pear shaped body and a big striped tail. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 6 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 20 minutes Easy level Ages 6 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon raccoon, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add the ears
On top of the head, draw two round ears with slightly pointy tips. Inside each one, draw a smaller shape of the same kind.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the mask and eyes
Across the middle of the face, draw a wide mask shape like a pair of glasses that dips in the middle. Inside the mask, draw two white circles, then a dark pupil with a white shine in each one.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the muzzle and nose
Under the mask, draw a round white muzzle. At the top of it, draw a small dark nose. Draw a short line down from the nose and a mouth like the letter W.
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Draw the body
Under the head, draw a body that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, like a pear. On the tummy, draw a light oval.
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Add the legs and striped tail
Draw two front legs with dark round paws and a round back leg with a dark foot on each side. On the right, draw a big fluffy tail curving up. Add two dark rings across the tail.
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Color your raccoon
Color the fur grey. Color the mask, inner ears, paws, feet and tail rings dark grey. Leave the muzzle and tummy white. Keep the pupils dark.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon raccoon
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Mask first, eyes second
Draw the mask shape first, then put white circles inside it so the eyes stand out.
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Round muzzle
A big round white muzzle makes the raccoon look cute and friendly.
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Rings on the tail
Curve the tail rings so the tail looks round and fluffy.
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Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Add a snack
Draw an apple or a cookie in its paws, because raccoons love snacks.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon raccoon in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon raccoon easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 6 can follow it. The mask needs a little care.
How do I draw a raccoon mask?
Draw a wide shape across the eyes, like a pair of glasses that dips in the middle, and color it dark.
What colors do I need for a cartoon raccoon?
Grey and dark grey or black. The white parts can stay the color of the paper.
Can I draw a baby raccoon with these steps?
Yes. Make the head bigger, the body smaller and the eyes a little larger.
Can I print the steps?
Yes. Right click or long press any step picture to save it, then print it and keep it next to you while you draw.
