How to Draw a Cute Face Mask: Easy Step-by-Step Guide

This tutorial is perfect for young artists ages 5+ who want to practice drawing symmetrical shapes and character expressions. All you need is a pencil, an eraser, and your favorite coloring markers. Follow along to create a stylish, cat-themed face mask that builds both confidence and drawing precision.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A colorful, finished drawing of a cat-themed face mask.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Base Shape

Pencil sketch showing the initial curved bottom and side outline of a face mask.

Start by outlining the side and bottom of the mask. Draw a slightly curved line for the side and a long, gentle curve for the bottom. Teacher's Tip: Keep your pencil pressure light so you can easily adjust the shape if it feels lopsided.

Step 2: Closing the Mask Outline

The completed outline of a face mask with sharp corners at the top and sides.

Draw the top and the remaining side using curved lines to close the shape. Ensure the top and sides meet at distinct points. Teacher's Tip: Try to mirror the curve from the first side to keep your mask looking balanced.

Step 3: Adding the Hem Detail

Adding inner parallel lines to the mask to represent the fabric hem.

Draw a straight line parallel to the side and a curved line parallel to the bottom. This creates the fabric hem. Teacher's Tip: Focus on keeping the gap between your lines consistent—this is great practice for steady hand control!

Step 4: Completing the Hem

The finished hem lines around the entire perimeter of the mask.

Draw curved lines parallel to the top and remaining side to finish the edging. Teacher's Tip: If your lines aren't perfectly parallel, don't worry—real fabric folds aren't always perfect either!

Step 5: Drawing the Ear Loop

Drawing the first elastic ear loop on the left side of the mask.

Draw two long, 'C' shaped parallel lines on one side to form the ear loop. Connect them to the top and bottom corners. Teacher's Tip: Imagine the loop is made of soft elastic—keep your lines smooth and rounded.

Step 6: Adding the Second Loop

Drawing the second elastic ear loop on the right side of the mask.

Repeat the process on the opposite side with another set of 'C' shaped lines. Teacher's Tip: Check that your loops are roughly the same size so the mask looks comfortable to wear.

Step 7: Starting the Chibi Cat

Adding a central contour line and the basic oval and triangle shapes for a cat face.

Add a contour line across the front of the mask. Now, let's add a cute cat face! Draw an oval for the head and two small triangles for the ears. Teacher's Tip: Keep the cat's head centered for a professional look.

Step 8: Cat Facial Features

Adding detailed inner ear lines, a small nose, and a mouth to the cat character.

Detail the ears with inner lines and a 'V' shape. Add a small upside-down triangle for the nose and a 'W' shape for the mouth. Teacher's Tip: Small, delicate lines make the face look much cuter!

Step 9: Eyes and Whiskers

Adding teardrop-shaped eyes, pupils, eyebrows, and whiskers to the cat face.

Draw teardrop shapes for the eyes with large pupils inside. Add eyebrows and whiskers using short, quick strokes. Teacher's Tip: Use a darker pencil or marker for the eyes to make them pop.

Step 10: Coloring Your Masterpiece

The final colored drawing of a cat face mask.

Time to bring your mask to life with color! Use bright, cheerful colors for the mask fabric. Teacher's Tip: Try using a light blue or pink for the mask and a contrasting color for the cat to make it stand out.