How to Draw Harley Quinn: Easy 10-Step Guide for Kids

Bring the iconic Harley Quinn to life with this fun, beginner-friendly drawing tutorial. Designed for ages 6 and up, this guide uses basic shapes to help you master her classic jester look. Grab your pencil and eraser—let’s get started on your masterpiece!

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

Finished Harley Quinn illustration, colored and ready for display.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Face Shape

Pencil sketch showing the basic outline of Harley Quinn's face and chin.

Start by sketching Harley's face outline. Use light, curved lines for the forehead, cheeks, and chin. Teacher's Tip: Keep your pencil pressure very light here so you can easily adjust the shape if it looks a bit lopsided.

Step 2: Starting the Jester Hat

Drawing the first side of the jester hat with a bell attached.

Extend curved lines from the forehead to create the base of her jester cap. Leave a small gap at the top, then draw a triangular sleeve shape with a circle at the end for the bell. Tip: Think of the bell as a small bead hanging from a string.

Step 3: Adding the Second Hat Flap

Adding the second flap of the jester hat to complete the headpiece.

Repeat the process for the other side of the hat. Add small, jagged lines near the bend to represent fabric folds. Tip: Adding these tiny details makes your drawing look much more professional and realistic.

Step 4: Defining the Mask

Sketching the butterfly-shaped mask over the eye area.

Draw a curved line across the cap to show where the colors will change. Then, sketch the butterfly-shaped mask over her eyes. Tip: Use a light touch; if the mask looks uneven, use your eraser to gently soften the curves.

Step 5: Drawing the Eyes and Nose

Detailing the nose and eyes with pupils.

Add a small 'V' shape for the nose. For the eyes, draw two almond shapes with three circles inside each for the pupils. Tip: Shading the pupil dark helps bring the character to life!

Step 6: Adding the Mouth

Drawing the smiling mouth with teeth and a cheek dimple.

Draw the lips with a slight curve to show a smile. Include a small line for the teeth and a dimple at the corner. Tip: Keep the lines connecting the lips smooth to give her a friendly, mischievous expression.

Step 7: Sketching the Neck and Collar

Drawing the neck and the base of the jester collar.

Draw two vertical lines for the neck, then connect them with a curved line that doubles back to form the collar. Tip: Make sure the collar looks wide to match her classic jester costume.

Step 8: Completing the Collar

Adding the scalloped edges to the jester collar.

Extend a curved, scalloped line from the collar to create the full jester shape. Tip: Use a fluid motion with your wrist to get those nice, rounded scallops.

Step 9: Adding Final Details

Finalizing the shoulders and adding bells to the collar.

Draw the shoulders and add small circles at the tips of the collar for the bells. Tip: Double-check your lines—if you want to ink your drawing, now is the time to go over your pencil lines with a fine-tip marker.

Step 10: Coloring Your Drawing

The finished Harley Quinn drawing colored in red and black.

Time to color! Use Harley's signature red and black palette. Tip: Use light, even strokes with your colored pencils to keep the colors vibrant and smooth.