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Draw the body
In the middle of your page, draw a big oval for the body. Make it taller than it is wide. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Beetle
This cartoon beetle is a tall oval body with a shield, a small head, antennae, a shiny back and six legs. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 5 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 15 minutes Easy level Ages 5 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon beetle, step by step
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Add the head and shield
On top of the body, draw a wide rounded shield that overlaps the body a little. Above the shield, draw a small round head.
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Draw the face
On the head, draw two small white eyes with dark pupils and a tiny shine. Under them, draw a tiny smile and a small pink oval on each side.
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Add the antennae
On top of the head, draw two thin antennae that bend out to the sides. Draw a small ball at the end of each one.
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Draw the wing line and shine
Draw a straight line down the middle of the body, from the shield to the bottom. On each side, draw a long thin oval for the shine.
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Add the six legs
Draw three legs on each side of the body. Bend each leg in the middle like a knee.
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Color your beetle
Color the body bright green. Color the shield, head, antennae and legs dark green. Leave the shine white and color the cheeks pink.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon beetle
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Tall oval
A beetle body is longer than it is wide. This makes it look different from a round ladybug.
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Shiny back
Leave the shine marks white when you color. It makes the beetle look shiny.
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Match both sides
Draw the legs on one side, then copy them on the other side.
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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.
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Pick a new color
Beetles come in many colors. Try a blue, purple or golden beetle.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon beetle in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon beetle easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
How do I make the beetle look shiny?
Draw a long thin oval on each wing and leave it white when you color.
What colors do I need for a cartoon beetle?
Bright green, dark green and pink.
Can I draw a beetle with a horn?
Yes. Draw a curved horn sticking up from the front of the head for a rhino beetle.
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.
