1Step 1 of 7
Draw the middle petal
In the middle of your page, draw a tall petal that is round at the bottom and pointy at the top. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Lotus
This cartoon lotus has a tall middle petal, side petals, wide bottom petals, back petals and a lily pad with water lines. 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 lotus, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add two side petals
On each side of the middle petal, draw a petal that leans out with a pointy tip.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the bottom petals
Under those, draw two wide petals that open out to the sides, one on each side.
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4Step 4 of 7
Add the back petals
Between the petals, draw two pointy tips peeking out from the back.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the lily pad
Under the flower, draw a big flat oval leaf with a small cut in it. This is the lily pad.
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6Step 6 of 7
Add the water and lines
Draw a few wavy lines for the water and a soft line down the middle of each petal.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your lotus
Pink for the petals, light pink for the middle petal, dark pink for the back petals and green for the lily pad.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon lotus
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Start in the middle
Draw the tall middle petal first, then add petals on both sides.
3
Same on both sides
Make the left and right petals match.
4
Lily pad cut
Lily pads have a small cut in them.
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 lotus, add a pot, a butterfly or a sunny sky.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon lotus in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon lotus easy enough for young kids?
Yes. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
Where does a lotus grow?
A lotus grows in ponds and slow rivers with its roots in the mud.
What is the national flower of India?
The lotus is the national flower of India.
What colors do I need for a cartoon lotus?
Pink, light pink, dark pink and green.
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.
