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Draw the body
Draw a big fluffy oval body near the middle of your page. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Ostrich
This cartoon ostrich is a fluffy oval body, a long neck, a small head with a beak, a wing, tail feathers and long 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 ostrich, step by step
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Draw the long neck
From the front of the body, draw a long thin neck going up.
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Add the head and beak
At the top of the neck, draw a small round head and a short pointy beak.
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Draw the face
Draw a big round eye with a white shine and long lashes, and a pink cheek.
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Add the wing and tail feathers
Draw a round wing on the body and a few fluffy white feathers at the tail end.
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Draw the long legs
Under the body, draw two long legs with knees that bend back, and big feet.
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Color your ostrich
Black for the body, white for the tail and wing tips, pink for the neck and legs, and peach for the beak.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon ostrich
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Long neck and legs
Make the neck and legs long and thin. They are what make an ostrich look funny and cute.
3
Big eyes
Ostriches have huge eyes. Add long lashes for a sweet look.
4
Fluffy tail
Draw a few round white feathers at the back.
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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 ostrich, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon ostrich in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon ostrich easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Can an ostrich fly?
No. Ostriches cannot fly, but they can run very fast.
Is an ostrich the biggest bird?
Yes. The ostrich is the biggest and heaviest bird in the world.
What colors do I need for a cartoon ostrich?
Black, white, pink and peach.
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.
