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Draw the head
On the right side of your page, draw a round head. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Wasp
This cartoon wasp is a round head, a big eye, antennae, a middle part, a thin waist, a long striped body, wings, legs 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 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 wasp, step by step
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Draw the face and antennae
Draw a big dark eye with a white shine, a smile and a pink cheek. Add two antennae that bend forward.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the body
Behind the head, draw a small oval middle part, a very thin waist, then a long body that ends in a point.
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Add the wings
On top of the middle part, draw two long thin see through wings.
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Draw the stripes and stinger
Draw black stripes across the long body and a small stinger at the tip.
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Add the legs and buzz lines
Draw thin legs hanging down and a few lines behind the wasp to show it flying.
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Color your wasp
Bright yellow for the head and body, black for the middle part and stripes, and light blue for the wings.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon wasp
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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Thin waist
Make the waist very thin between the middle part and the long body.
3
Bold stripes
Use bright yellow and black for the stripes.
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Flying pose
Draw the legs hanging down to show it is flying.
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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 wasp, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon wasp in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon wasp easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is the difference between a wasp and a bee?
A wasp is thin and smooth with a narrow waist. A bee is rounder and fuzzy.
Do wasps help plants?
Yes. Wasps eat pests and some help spread pollen.
What colors do I need for a cartoon wasp?
Bright 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.
