1Step 1 of 7
Draw the round body
Draw a big round body, almost like a circle. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Bumble Bee
This cartoon bumble bee is a round body, big eyes, a smile, antennae, round wings, wide stripes, fuzz lines and a stinger. 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 10 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 bumble bee, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Draw the face
Near the top, draw two big round eyes with a white shine, pink cheeks and a happy smile.
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3Step 3 of 7
Add the antennae
On top of the head, draw two curved antennae with a little ball at each end.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the wings
On each side of the body, draw a round see through wing.
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Draw the stripes
Draw two wide dark stripes across the body and a dark patch at the bottom.
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Add the fuzz, stinger and trail
Draw short lines around the edge to make it look fuzzy, a small stinger at the bottom and a dotted trail behind it.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your bumble bee
Golden yellow for the body, black for the stripes and stinger, and light blue for the wings.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon bumble bee
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Round and fuzzy
Make the body very round and add short lines around the edge for fuzz.
3
Wide stripes
Bumble bee stripes are wide and bold.
4
Small wings
The wings are small for such a round body.
5
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 bumble bee, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon bumble bee in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon bumble bee easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is the difference between a bumble bee and a honey bee?
A bumble bee is bigger, rounder and fuzzier. A honey bee is smaller and thinner.
Is this drawing easy?
Yes. It starts with a circle and a few stripes.
What colors do I need for a cartoon bumble bee?
Golden yellow, black and light blue.
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.
