1Step 1 of 7
Draw the body
In the middle of your page, draw a big circle for the body. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Ladybug
This cartoon ladybug is a big circle with a half circle head, spots, antennae and tiny legs. It is one of the easiest drawings on ABD Creatives. Watch each step being drawn in pencil, then copy it on your own paper. It works for kids from about age 4 and for adult beginners too.
7 easy steps 10 minutes Easy level Ages 4 and up
Copy the dark lines in each step. The grey lines are the parts you already drew.
How to draw a cartoon ladybug, step by step
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Add the head
On top of the body, draw a half circle for the head. Let it overlap the top of the body a little.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the face
On the head, draw two white circles for the eyes. Inside each one, draw a dark pupil with a tiny white shine. Add a small pink oval under each eye for the cheeks.
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4Step 4 of 7
Add the antennae
On top of the head, draw two thin curved lines going up and out. Draw a small ball at the end of each one.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the wing line and spots
Draw a straight line down the middle of the body, from the head to the bottom. Then draw three round spots on each side.
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6Step 6 of 7
Add the legs and leaf
Draw three short legs on each side of the body. Under the ladybug, draw a big green leaf with a line down the middle.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your ladybug
Color the body red. Color the head, spots, antennae and legs black. Leave the eyes white and color the cheeks pink and the leaf green.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon ladybug
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Round and simple
A ladybug is mostly circles. Take your time to make the body nice and round.
3
Match the spots
Put each spot on the left in the same place as a spot on the right.
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White eyes
Draw white circles on the head first so the eyes show up on the black.
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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.
6
Try a yellow ladybug
Some ladybugs are yellow or orange. Try a different color with black spots.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon ladybug in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon ladybug easy enough for young kids?
Yes. It is one of the easiest drawings here. Most children from about age 4 can follow it.
How do I draw ladybug spots?
Draw round circles on each side of the middle line and color them black.
What colors do I need for a cartoon ladybug?
Red, black, green and pink.
Can I draw a flying ladybug?
Yes. Open the two red wings a little to the sides and draw thin see through wings underneath.
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.
