How to Draw Bubbles: Easy 10-Step Guide for Kids

Looking for a fun way to practice circular shapes? This bubble-drawing tutorial is perfect for young artists ages 5 and up. All you need is a pencil, an eraser, and some colored pencils to bring these floating spheres to life.

10 Steps

🎯 Final Result

A vibrant, finished illustration of three colorful, glossy bubbles floating together.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Sketching the First Bubble

A simple, light pencil-sketched circle on a white background representing the base of a bubble.

Draw a large, light circle to outline your first bubble. Teacher's Tip: Use a circular object like a coin as a stencil if you're having trouble getting a perfect round shape!

Step 2: Adding Surface Reflections

A circle with internal curved lines added to create the appearance of a glossy surface reflection.

Use a curved line to draw a partial circle inside, leaving one side open. Add two smaller curved lines near the opening to suggest light hitting the surface. Tip: Keep these lines thin; they represent the 'shine' on the bubble.

Step 3: Refining the Highlights

Close-up of a bubble showing additional geometric highlight lines for a realistic glossy effect.

Draw two sets of straight lines, one wider than the other, and connect them with a curve. These details add depth to your bubble. Tip: Think of these as little windows reflecting light.

Step 4: Drawing the Second Bubble

A second, overlapping bubble shape drawn next to the first one.

Draw a long, curved line to create a second bubble that overlaps the first. Tip: Overlapping shapes is a great way to make your drawing look more dynamic and 3D.

Step 5: Adding Shine to Bubble Two

A second bubble with a small, circular highlight added to the upper portion.

Draw a small circle inside the second bubble. This is your primary highlight. Tip: Don't color this circle in later—keep it white to make the bubble look truly transparent!

Step 6: Detailing the Second Bubble

Second bubble showing additional surface detail lines for texture.

Add two sets of diagonal lines on the surface of the second bubble, connecting them with curves. Tip: Keep these lines light so they don't overpower the shape of the bubble.

Step 7: Adding the Third Bubble

A third bubble added to the composition to create a cluster effect.

Sketch a third circle to complete your cluster. Tip: Vary the size of your bubbles to make the composition look more natural and playful.

Step 8: Detailing the Third Bubble

Third bubble with internal curved lines added for surface detail.

Draw an open, partial circle on the third bubble, then add curved lines from the opening to create an incomplete circle. Tip: This creates a sense of movement and light refraction.

Step 9: Finalizing the Outline

The completed line art for all three bubbles in the cluster.

Add the final set of diagonal lines to the third bubble and connect them with curves. Tip: Check your work—if any lines look too dark, gently dab them with your eraser to soften them.

Step 10: Adding Color and Rainbow Effects

The final colored drawing of three bubbles with rainbow-like color gradients and white highlights.

Color your bubbles using soft blues, pinks, and greens. Blend the colors to create a rainbow effect. Tip: Leave the white highlights empty to make the bubbles look like they are reflecting light!