How to Draw a Cartoon Earth

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Learn how to draw cartoon earth with a calm, beginner-friendly sequence. This easy drawing tutorial breaks the subject into simple curves and shapes that are easy to follow.

Preview of Cartoon Earth drawing
Preview of Cartoon Earth drawing

What You Will Need

  • Drawing paper
  • Pencil and eraser
  • Black fineliner or marker
  • Colored pencils or crayons

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Time needed:

24 minutes.

Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Draw the Globe

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 1 progression of the cartoon earth drawing after the "draw the globe" stage.

Sketch a large near-circle with a few small open gaps. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.

Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.

Step 2: Add North America

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 2 progression of the cartoon earth drawing after the "add north america" stage.

Trace the upper-left coastline and continue into Central America. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.

Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.

Step 3: Add South America

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 3 progression of the cartoon earth drawing after the "add south america" stage.

Extend the land shape downward into a tapered continent. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.

Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.

Step 4: Add Europe and Africa

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 4 progression of the cartoon earth drawing after the "add europe and africa" stage.

Draw the clustered upper land and the broad tapering African outline. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.

Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.

Step 5: Add Asia and the Face

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 5 progression of the cartoon earth drawing after the "add asia and the face" stage.

Finish the right-side land shapes and place two eyes across the globe. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.

Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.

Step 6: Draw the Orbit and Heart

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 6 progression of the cartoon earth drawing after the "draw the orbit and heart" stage.

Wrap a tilted ring around Earth and add stars plus a small heart. Keep these new lines light and connect them smoothly to the existing drawing.

Pro Tip: Compare this addition with the nearby shapes before darkening your lines.

Step 7: Color in your drawing!

how to draw a cartoon earth - Step 7: Color in your drawing!

Fun Facts

  • The mix of rounded and angular shapes gives this cartoon earth a clear cartoon silhouette.
  • Building the cartoon earth one part at a time makes its proportions easier for beginners to compare.

Pin it now, Draw later!

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Check the outline, erase any unwanted pencil marks, and add color if you like. Your cartoon earth step by step drawing is complete, so try it again and make the next version your own.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I keep my cartoon earth drawing in proportion?

Compare each new shape with the parts already drawn, and make small corrections before adding darker lines.

Can I color the finished cartoon earth?

Yes. Choose any colors you enjoy, and keep a few lighter areas to make the cartoon drawing feel lively.

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