1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
Start in the upper part of your page, because the body goes below. Draw a rounded head that is a little narrower at the bottom. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Cow
This cartoon cow is made from simple shapes: a rounded head, a big oval snout and a pear shaped body with spots. 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 cow, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add the horns and ears
On top of the head, draw two small horns that curve up. On each side of the head, draw a long ear pointing out, with a smaller shape inside.
▶ Watch this step
3Step 3 of 7
Draw the eyes and spot
In the middle of the face, draw two round eyes, color them dark and leave a tiny white dot for the shine. On the top right of the head, draw a big round spot.
▶ Watch this step
4Step 4 of 7
Draw the snout
At the bottom of the head, draw a big oval snout that is almost as wide as the head. Add two oval nostrils and color them dark, then a small smile under them.
▶ Watch this step
5Step 5 of 7
Draw the body and bell
Under the head, draw a body that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, like a pear. Draw a curved collar just under the snout and a round bell hanging from it.
▶ Watch this step
6Step 6 of 7
Add the legs, spots and tail
Draw two front legs going down the middle with dark hooves at the bottom. On each side, draw a rounded back leg with a dark hoof. Add a spot on each side of the body and a thin tail with a small tuft on the right.
▶ Watch this step
7Step 7 of 7
Color your cow
Leave the cow white and color the spots, hooves and tail tuft black. Use pink for the snout and inner ears, cream for the horns, red for the collar and yellow for the bell.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon cow
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Big snout
A big snout is what makes a cow look cute and friendly.
3
Fun spots
Spots do not need to match. Try different shapes and sizes.
4
Leave white as white
You do not need to color the white parts. The paper does the work for you.
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 a farm scene
Draw green grass and a red barn behind your cow.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon cow in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon cow easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it. For younger kids, skip the collar and bell.
How do I draw cow spots?
Draw round, wobbly shapes of different sizes and color them black. Put some on the head and some on the body.
What colors do I need for a cartoon cow?
Black for the spots and hooves, pink for the snout and ears, cream for the horns, red for the collar and yellow for the bell.
Can I draw a brown cow with these steps?
Yes. Color the spots brown instead of black, or color the whole cow light brown.
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.
