How to Draw Mr. Bean: Easy 10-Step Cartoon Guide

Bring the iconic Mr. Bean to life with this fun, screen-free drawing activity perfect for ages 7 and up. You will need a pencil, an eraser, and a piece of paper to capture his classic, expressive look. Follow these simple steps to master his unique facial features and signature suit.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

Finished illustration of Mr. Bean in his classic suit, ready for coloring.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the Eyes and Nose

Pencil sketch showing the first eye and nose structure of Mr. Bean on white paper.

Start by drawing a large circle for the first eye with a smaller pupil inside. Add two 'C' or 'U' shapes for the nose. Teacher's Tip: Keep the nose small and centered; it’s the anchor for the rest of his face!

Step 2: Adding the Second Eye

Drawing the second eye and brow ridge for Mr. Bean's face.

Extend the nose line upward to create the brow ridge, then add the second eye. Teacher's Tip: Ensure the eyes are roughly the same size to keep his face balanced.

Step 3: Brows and Mouth

Adding thick eyebrows and a smiling mouth to the Mr. Bean character sketch.

Draw the iconic thick eyebrows and a simple curved line for his smiling mouth. Teacher's Tip: Use short, quick strokes for the eyebrows to give them that 'hairy' texture.

Step 4: Defining the Face Shape

Outlining the face, neck, and adding a small mole on the cheek.

Outline the face and neck with long, smooth curves. Don't forget his signature mole! Teacher's Tip: A light touch here helps create a natural, rounded jawline.

Step 5: Ears and Hairline

Adding large ears and beginning the hair outline for Mr. Bean.

Draw the ears using 'C' shapes and start the hairline. Teacher's Tip: Make the ears slightly large to match his cartoon proportions.

Step 6: Completing the Hair

Finalizing the hair shape with curved lines on the character's head.

Use connected curved lines to finish the hair. Teacher's Tip: Keep the hair messy and slightly uneven for that authentic Mr. Bean look.

Step 7: Wrinkles and Shoulders

Adding forehead wrinkles and shoulder outlines to the drawing.

Add forehead wrinkles and sketch the shoulders. Teacher's Tip: Use very light lines for wrinkles so they look subtle, not harsh.

Step 8: Suit and Tie Details

Drawing the details of the suit, shirt collar, and necktie.

Draw the jacket opening, collar, and necktie. Teacher's Tip: Use a ruler if you struggle with straight lines for the jacket lapels.

Step 9: Final Touches

Adding final clothing details including lapel seams and sleeve lines.

Add lapel and sleeve seam details with zigzag lines. Teacher's Tip: These small details add depth to your character's clothing.

Step 10: Coloring

Completed Mr. Bean drawing with black hair and brown suit coloring.

Fill in the hair with black and the suit with brown. Teacher's Tip: Use light pressure with your brown pencil to create a nice, even tone for the jacket.