Tutorial

How to Draw a Cat Face

Learning how to draw a cute cat face step by step is a fun and easy activity for kids and beginners. This step by step cat face drawing tutorial is perfect for kids and beginners who want to create a fun cartoon cat. You do not need any special skills. Just grab a pencil, some paper, and follow each step carefully.

In this lesson, we will start with simple shapes and easy lines. By the end, you will have a cute cat drawing that you can colour however you like.

This easy cat face drawing tutorial is perfect for beginners who want to learn how to draw animal faces step by step.

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Materials You Need

Pencil
Eraser
Paper
Colouring pencils or markers

Step 1 of drawing a cat face showing two triangle ears

Step 1: Draw the ears

Draw two triangles with no bases for the ears.

Step 2 of drawing a cat face showing a curved line connecting the ears

Step 2: Connect the ears

Add a curved line to join the ears together.

Step 3 of drawing a cat face showing the left fluffy cheek

Step 3: Draw the left cheek

On the left side draw small zigzag lines going down to make a fluffy cheek.

Step 4 of drawing a cat face showing the right fluffy cheek

Step 4: Draw the right cheek

Repeat the same zigzag shape on the right side.

Step 5 of drawing a cat face showing the chin

Step 5: Draw the chin

Add a small curved line at the bottom to connect the cheeks.

Step 6 of drawing a cat face showing two oval eyes

Step 6: Draw the eyes

Draw two oval shapes for the eyes.

Step 7 of drawing a cat face showing a triangle nose

Step 7: Draw the nose

Add a small triangle nose in the centre.

Step 8 of drawing a cat face showing the mouth

Step 8: Draw the mouth

Draw two small curved lines down from the nose to make the mouth.

Step 9 of drawing a cat face showing whiskers

Step 9: Add whiskers

Draw three straight lines on each side of the face for whiskers.

Step 10 of drawing a cat face drawing the mouth

Step 10: Add the mouth with a little blep

Draw a line across at the bottom of the line from the nose. Then add a little 'u' to create the cheeky tongue.

Step 11 of drawing a cat face adding detail to the ear

Step 11: Add details top the ear

Draw a triangle inside each ear, leaving the bottom of the trianlge out

Step 12 of drawing a cat face adding detail to the ear final

Step 12: Add final details to the ear!

Draw a wavy line at the bottom of the triangles in the ears, to show the fur.

Fun Facts About Cats for Kids

Cats sleep between 12 and 16 hours a day.
Every cat has a unique nose print, just like human fingerprints.
Cats use their whiskers to measure spaces and feel around in the dark.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is this cat drawing easy for beginners?

Yes. This cat drawing tutorial is designed for beginners and young artists. It uses simple shapes, short step by step instructions, and clear visual guides to make learning how to draw a cat easy and fun.

What age is this tutorial for?

It is suitable for children aged 5 and up, but beginners of any age can follow along.

Can I customise my cat drawing?

Yes. You can change the ears, whiskers, eyes, or fur style to create your own unique cat.

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