How to Draw Belle: Easy 10-Step Guide for Beginners

Bring the beloved bookworm Belle to life with this easy-to-follow drawing guide, perfect for artists ages 6 and up. You will only need a pencil, an eraser, and a sheet of paper to capture her classic look. Follow along as we break down her iconic features into simple, manageable shapes.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Face Shape

Pencil sketch of Belle's face outline showing the forehead and chin structure.

Lightly sketch the outline of Belle's face using curved lines. Teacher's Tip: Focus on the 'V' shape at the hairline; keeping your pencil pressure light now makes it much easier to erase and refine your lines later.

Step 2: Defining the Neck and Hair

Drawing of Belle's neck and hair outline with added wavy texture lines.

Extend two curved lines from the chin to form the neck, then frame the face with long, wavy lines for her hair. Teacher's Tip: Let your lines overlap slightly to create a natural, flowing texture that looks more like real hair.

Step 3: Drawing the Collar

Detailed sketch of Belle's dress collar meeting at the center.

Draw the collar by extending two curved lines from the neck area, meeting at a point. Teacher's Tip: Keep these lines symmetrical to ensure the dress sits evenly on her shoulders.

Step 4: Adding the Ponytail and Bow

Sketch showing Belle's hair tied back with a bow and ponytail.

Add the bow at the base of her neck using a small circle and irregular shapes, then draw the ponytail. Teacher's Tip: Use long, sweeping strokes for the ponytail to give it a sense of movement.

Step 5: Sketching the First Shoulder

Detailing Belle's shoulder and dress strap.

Extend a curved line from the collar, then add two lines downward to form the strap of her overdress. Teacher's Tip: Imagine the strap wrapping around the shoulder to give it a 3D look.

Step 6: Completing the Shoulders

Adding the second shoulder and neck detail to the Belle drawing.

Add a small 'U' shape to the neck for detail, then mirror the shoulder and strap process on the other side. Teacher's Tip: Check that both straps are roughly the same width for a balanced drawing.

Step 7: Drawing the First Eye

Close-up of Belle's eye with detailed iris, pupil, and eyelashes.

Outline the eye with curved lines, adding three circles inside for the iris and pupil. Shade the smallest circle. Teacher's Tip: Draw the eyelashes with quick, flicking motions to make them look sharp and realistic.

Step 8: Adding the Nose and Second Eye

Adding the nose and second eye to complete Belle's facial features.

Draw the nose with a small shaded oval and repeat the eye-drawing process for the other side. Teacher's Tip: Use the first eye as a guide to ensure the second one is placed at the same height.

Step 9: Drawing the Mouth

Drawing Belle's mouth with a gentle, smiling expression.

Use gentle, curved lines to craft her open, smiling lips. Teacher's Tip: A soft curve for the mouth helps capture Belle's kind and gentle expression.

Step 10: Adding Color

Final colored drawing of Belle with brown hair and her classic blue and white dress.

Bring Belle to life with her signature brown hair and blue-and-white outfit. Teacher's Tip: Use light pressure with your colored pencils to create smooth, even layers of color.