How to Draw a Beetle
Learn how to draw a beetle step by step. This page keeps every beetle lesson in one place, like a cute shiny green cartoon beetle with bendy legs. Each lesson shows one step at a time in pencil, so it is easy to follow.
What makes a cartoon beetle
An oval body with a line down the middle for the hard wing covers, a rounded shield behind the head, a small head with antennae and six bendy legs. A white shine on the wings makes it look shiny and new.
Tips for drawing a beetle
- Make the body a tall oval.
- Draw a wide shield between the head and the body.
- Add a long white shine on each wing.
- Bend each leg like a knee.
Questions people ask
How do you draw a beetle for kids?
Draw a tall oval body, a rounded shield and a small head on top. Add a face, two antennae, a line down the middle with a white shine on each side, and six bendy legs.
What colors do you use for a cartoon beetle?
Bright green for the body, dark green for the shield, head and legs, and white for the shine. Beetles can also be blue, red or brown.
What is the difference between a beetle and a ladybug drawing?
A ladybug is a kind of beetle. It is round, red and has black spots. Other beetles are often more oval and come in many colors.