How to Draw a Cartoon Angel: Easy 9-Step Guide for Kids

This step-by-step guide is perfect for budding artists ages 5 and up. You will only need a pencil, an eraser, and a piece of paper to bring this friendly character to life. Follow along to practice basic shapes and build confidence in your drawing skills.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A friendly, colorful cartoon angel illustration, perfect for kids to learn drawing.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Expressive Eyes

Close-up pencil sketch of two cartoon eyes with pupils and eyelashes on white paper.

Draw two curved lines to create the shape of the eyes. Add three circles inside each, shading the largest one to create a pupil. Tip: Keep the eyes symmetrical to give your angel a friendly, balanced look.

Step 2: Adding Facial Features and Hairline

Pencil drawing showing the addition of a nose, smiling mouth, and initial hair lines.

Draw a small 'C' shape for the nose and a gentle curve for the smile. Use a 'U' shape to start the hair framing the forehead. Tip: A tiny line at the corner of the mouth adds a sweet, happy expression.

Step 3: Defining the Face and Ear

Pencil sketch outlining the facial structure and the placement of the ear.

Enclose the face with a long, smooth curved line. Add a 'C' shape on the side for the ear. Tip: Keep the chin rounded to maintain that cute, cartoonish style.

Step 4: Finishing the Hair

Pencil sketch showing the completed hair style with flowing curved lines.

Use a series of overlapping curved lines to finish the hair. Tip: Vary the length of your strokes to make the hair look natural and flowy.

Step 5: Starting the Gown

Pencil sketch showing the beginning of the angel's gown and neckline.

Draw a long line down from the head for the gown and a 'V' shape for the neck. Add a small curve for the arm. Tip: Keep the arm tucked in to make the drawing simpler for beginners.

Step 6: Completing the Gown Outline

Pencil sketch showing the full outline of the angel's gown and arms.

Use overlapping curves to draw the second arm and the other side of the gown. Tip: Think of the gown as a bell shape to get the proportions right.

Step 7: Adding Fabric Details

Pencil sketch showing the bottom hem of the gown with added fabric fold details.

Connect the bottom of the gown with a long, wavy line. Add short vertical lines to show folds in the fabric. Tip: Folds make your drawing look 3D and professional!

Step 8: Drawing the First Wing

Pencil sketch showing the addition of a feathery wing using connected U-shaped lines.

Draw the wing using a series of connected 'U' shapes. Use larger ones at the top and smaller ones at the bottom. Tip: If you want bigger wings, just add more 'U' shapes!

Step 9: Finalizing the Wings

Pencil sketch showing the completed angel with both wings finished.

Repeat the process on the other side to draw the second wing. Ensure the shapes are similar in size to keep the angel balanced.

Step 10: Adding Color

A fully colored cartoon angel drawing with bright, cheerful colors.

Your outline is complete! Now, use your favorite colors to fill in the angel. Tip: Use a light blue for the wings to give them a soft, airy feel.