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Draw the head
Draw a big round head near the top of your page. It can be a little wider at the bottom. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Koala
This cartoon koala is a big round head, huge fluffy ears, a big dark nose, a round body and a green leaf. 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 koala, step by step
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Add the big fluffy ears
Draw a big round ear on each side of the head, sticking out wide. Draw a smaller circle inside each one.
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Draw the eyes
Draw two small round eyes with a white shine. Keep them a little far apart.
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Draw the big nose
In the middle of the face, draw a big dark nose shaped like a tall egg, and a small smile under it.
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Draw the body
Under the head, draw a big round body, then a light oval on the tummy.
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Add the arms, feet and leaf
Draw a round arm on each side, two big feet with paw pads, and a green leaf in one paw.
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Color your koala
Grey for the fur, white for the inner ears and tummy, dark grey for the nose, and green for the leaf.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon koala
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Big ears
Make the ears really big and round. Big ears are what make a koala look like a koala.
3
Tall nose
Draw the nose like a tall egg. It should be the biggest part of the face.
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Small eyes
Keep the eyes small and a little far apart so the nose stands out.
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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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Make it your own
Once you finish your koala, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon koala in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon koala easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Why is the koala holding a leaf?
Koalas eat eucalyptus leaves almost all day, so a leaf is a fun thing to add.
Can I draw the koala on a tree?
Yes. Draw a tall branch behind it and let the arms hug the branch.
What colors do I need for a cartoon koala?
Grey, dark grey, white and green.
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.
