1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
Draw a big rounded head that is a little flat at the bottom. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Bison
This cartoon bison is a big head, small curved horns, woolly hair, a tan muzzle, a shaggy collar and beard and a round body. 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 20 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 bison, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add the ears and horns
Draw a leaf shaped ear on each side of the head, and a short curved horn above each ear.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the woolly hair and eyes
On top of the head, draw a bumpy patch of woolly hair. Then draw two round eyes with a white shine.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the muzzle
Draw a big oval muzzle at the bottom of the head, with two nostrils and a small smile.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the body and shaggy beard
Under the head, draw a pear shaped body. Add a thick shaggy collar of fur around the neck and a pointy beard under the chin.
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Add the legs and tail
Draw the front legs with hooves, the back legs on each side and a thin tail with a tuft at the end.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your bison
Brown for the body, dark brown for the woolly hair, beard, collar and hooves, tan for the muzzle and dark grey for the horns.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon bison
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Bumpy hair
Draw the woolly hair with a bumpy edge, like a cloud. This makes it look soft and thick.
3
Small horns
Keep the horns short and curved. Big horns can make it look like a bull.
4
Two browns
Use a lighter brown for the body and a darker brown for the hair and beard. The two browns make it look fluffy.
5
Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Make it your own
Once you finish your bison, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon bison in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon bison easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is the difference between a bison and a buffalo?
In North America people often say buffalo, but the real animal is a bison. Bison have a big shaggy hump and beard.
Can I draw the bison from the side?
Yes. Try a big hump over the front legs and a small head low down.
What colors do I need for a cartoon bison?
Brown, dark brown, tan and grey.
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.
