1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
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 Highland Cow
This cartoon highland cow is a rounded head, long curved horns, ears, a shaggy fringe, a pink muzzle, a body, a collar and hooves. 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 highland cow, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add the long horns and ears
On each side, draw a long horn that curves out and up. Under each horn, draw an ear with pink inside.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the eyes and shaggy fringe
Draw two round eyes. Then draw a big shaggy fringe of hair that falls over the top of the eyes.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the muzzle
Draw a big pink muzzle with two nostrils and a smile.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the body and collar
Under the head, draw a body, then a red collar with a yellow bell.
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6Step 6 of 7
Add the legs, tail and fur lines
Draw the legs with dark hooves, a tail with a fluffy tip and a few zigzag lines for shaggy fur.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your highland cow
Ginger orange for the fur, darker orange for the fringe, cream for the horns, pink for the muzzle, red for the collar and yellow for the bell.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon highland cow
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Shaggy fringe
Draw a big bumpy fringe that covers the top of the eyes.
3
Long horns
Make the horns long and curve them up at the ends.
4
Zigzag fur
A few zigzag lines make the fur look shaggy.
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 highland cow, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon highland cow in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon highland cow easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Why do highland cows have long hair?
Their long hair keeps them warm and dry in the cold, rainy Scottish hills.
Can a highland cow see through its fringe?
Yes. The fringe also protects its eyes from wind, rain and bugs.
What colors do I need for a cartoon highland cow?
Ginger orange, darker orange, cream, pink, red and yellow.
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.
