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Draw the big head
Draw a big round head. Baby animals have big heads and small bodies. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Lion Cub
This cartoon lion cub is a big round head, round ears, a hair tuft, big eyes, a muzzle, a small body, arms, feet, faint spots and a tail. 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 15 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 lion cub, step by step
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Add the round ears
On top of the head, draw two round ears with a light inside. Add a fluffy tuft of hair on top.
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Draw the muzzle
Draw two round cheeks for the muzzle, a pink nose and a little smile. Add pink cheeks.
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Draw the small body
Under the head, draw a small round body with a light tummy, and a thin tail with a fluffy tip.
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Add the paws and spots
Draw two arms and two feet, then a few faint spots on the legs and body. Baby lions have spots.
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Color your lion cub
Golden yellow for the fur, cream for the muzzle and tummy, brown for the tuft and tail tip, pink for the nose and light brown for the spots.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon lion cub
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Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
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No mane yet
Lion cubs do not have a big mane. Just draw a small tuft on top.
3
Faint spots
Baby lions have light spots on their legs. Keep them small.
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Fluffy tail tip
Add a darker fluffy tip at the end of the tail.
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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.
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Make it your own
Once you finish your lion cub, add a background, a friend or a funny hat.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon lion cub in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon lion cub easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
What is a baby lion called?
A baby lion is called a cub.
Do lion cubs have spots?
Yes. Lion cubs are born with spots that fade as they grow.
What colors do I need for a cartoon lion cub?
Golden yellow, cream, brown, pink and 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.
