1Step 1 of 7
Draw the head
Start in the upper part of your page, because the body goes below. Draw a big, wide, round head. Press lightly so you can fix it later.
▶ Watch this stepHow to Draw a Cartoon Pig
This cartoon pig is made from simple shapes: a round head, triangle ears, an oval snout and a pear shaped body. 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 pig, step by step
2Step 2 of 7
Add the ears
On top of the head, draw two triangle ears that lean out a little. Inside each ear, draw a smaller triangle.
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3Step 3 of 7
Draw the eyes and cheeks
In the upper half of the face, draw two round eyes with a gap between them. Color them dark and leave a tiny white dot for the shine. Add a small oval low on each cheek.
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4Step 4 of 7
Draw the snout
In the middle of the lower face, draw a wide oval snout. Inside it, draw two small oval nostrils and color them dark. Under the snout, draw a tiny smile.
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5Step 5 of 7
Draw the body
Under the head, draw a body that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, like a pear.
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6Step 6 of 7
Add the legs and curly tail
Draw two front legs going down the middle with square hooves at the bottom and a small line in each hoof. On each side, draw a rounded back leg with a hoof. Add a small curly tail on the right.
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7Step 7 of 7
Color your pig
Color the head, ears, body and legs light pink. Use a darker pink for the snout, inner ears and cheeks, and the darkest pink for the hooves. Keep the eyes and nostrils dark.
▶ Watch this stepTips for a better cartoon pig
1
Draw light first
Keep your first lines soft, then press harder once you like the shape.
2
Big round snout
The snout is what makes a pig a pig, so make it wide and easy to see.
3
Two pinks
Use a light pink for the body and a darker pink for the details.
4
Curly tail
Draw the tail with one quick loop so it looks springy.
5
Go over the final lines
Trace your drawing with a darker pencil or a black pen so it stands out after coloring.
6
Add some mud
Draw a brown puddle under your pig for a fun farm scene.
Done? Now make it colourful
Colour your cartoon pig in, or keep practising with more ideas to copy.
Questions people ask
Is this cartoon pig easy enough for young kids?
Yes. It is one of the easiest animals. Most children from about age 5 can follow it.
How do I draw a pig snout?
Draw a wide oval in the middle of the lower face and add two small ovals inside for the nostrils.
What colors do I need for a cartoon pig?
Light pink, dark pink and black.
Can I draw a piglet with these steps?
Yes. Make the head bigger, the body smaller and the eyes a little larger.
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.
