This easy drawing tutorial shows how to draw a cartoon frog with a friendly face.
Take your time, and build the shapes slowly from simple curves and circles.
This step by step drawing guide is great for drawing for beginners.
What You Will Need
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Black marker or pen
- Paper
- Optional: Colored pencils or markers
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Time needed:
28 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Outline the Frog’s Head
Start with a wide, smooth arch near the top of the page for the head.
Add a taller rounded bump on each side for the raised eyes, and keep the bottom open for now.
Pro Tip: Keep the two eye bumps the same size so the face looks balanced.
Step 2: Add the Eyes and a Happy Face
Inside each eye bump, draw a big circle for the eye, then a smaller circle for the pupil, leaving a tiny highlight.
Place two small nostrils in the center, and draw a wide curved smile with slightly lifted corners.
Pro Tip: Point both pupils slightly the same way to keep the expression consistent.
Step 3: Draw the Body Side and One Front Foot
Pull a long, smooth curve down from the left cheek to form the side of the frog’s body.
At the bottom, add a three-lobed paw shape for the front foot, like three rounded toes.
Pro Tip: Keep the body line light so you can adjust the width later.
Step 4: Add the Other Side and the Second Front Foot
Draw a matching downward curve on the right to complete the rounded belly shape.
Add another three-lobed front foot at the bottom, similar in size to the first.
Pro Tip: Keep both front feet on the same level so the frog looks stable.
Step 5: Add the Back Leg and Back Foot
Draw a curved line sweeping back from the right side to form the back and thigh.
Add a larger back foot behind the body, with toes spread outward to show a sitting pose.
Pro Tip: Make the back foot slightly bigger than the front feet for a stronger frog pose.
Step 6: Add the Other Back Leg, Belly Line, and Spots
Behind the left side of the body, draw the second curved back leg and add a spread-toe back foot.
Add a gentle curved belly line between the front feet, then draw a couple of small round spots on the right shoulder.
Pro Tip: Keep both back legs similar in size, and show only a little of the one behind.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- Frogs do not drink water the way people do; they can absorb water through their skin.
- Many frogs have strong back legs for jumping, which is why the back feet look larger.
- Some frogs can change shade slightly to blend into their surroundings.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Trace your favorite lines with a pen, then erase any leftover pencil marks.
If you want color, try a light green body and a pale belly for a classic look.
Now you know how to draw a cartoon frog step by step—try drawing a second frog with a new expression.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make the frog look cuter?
Make the eyes a little bigger and keep the smile wide and soft.
What if my legs look uneven?
Lightly sketch first, then adjust the curves before you trace.
Can I change the pose?
Yes, tilt the body and move the back legs outward to create a jump or sit pose.
