This easy drawing tutorial shows how to draw a cartoon heart with a cute face.
You will build the shape first, then add simple details like eyes, a smile, and wings.
Take your time and keep your lines smooth and rounded.
What You Will Need
- Pencil (or a marker for bold lines)
- Eraser
- Paper
- Optional: Colored pencils or markers (red and black work well)
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Time needed:
29 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the Left Heart Curve
Start with one large curved line, beginning near the top and bending outward.
Let it sweep down smoothly, then taper into a pointed heart tip at the bottom.
Pro Tip: Keep your wrist relaxed and try to draw the curve in one smooth motion.
Step 2: Add the Right Heart Curve
Start at the top dip and draw the right rounded curve, letting it bulge outward.
Sweep the line down smoothly until it meets the pointed bottom tip, closing the heart.
Pro Tip: Match the right curve’s height to the left so the heart feels balanced.
Step 3: Add Cute Cartoon Eyes
Draw two small circles a bit above the center of the heart, spaced evenly.
Inside each circle, add a tiny curved highlight and a small dot to make them shiny.
Pro Tip: Keep both eyes the same size and aligned on the same level.
Step 4: Add a Small Smiling Mouth
Draw a short, soft “U”-shaped curve centered below the eyes.
Keep the curve small and rounded to give the heart a cute smile.
Pro Tip: A smaller mouth looks cuter, and it should sit centered between the eyes.
Step 5: Add a Small Wing on the Left
On the left side of the heart, draw an outward curved line to form the wing’s outer edge.
Add a small wavy bump at the end to suggest two or three rounded feather sections.
Pro Tip: Keep the wing small, about one-third the heart’s width, for a balanced look.
Step 6: Add the Right Wing
On the right side of the heart, draw a matching curved outline that extends outward.
Finish with two or three rounded scallops at the end to match the left wing’s feathers.
Pro Tip: Match the right wing’s height and length to the left for a neat, even look.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- The heart symbol is used around the world to represent love and kindness.
- Cartoon faces feel cute because they use simple shapes and big, clear eyes.
- Adding small wings can make a drawing feel light, playful, and magical.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Trace your final outline with a darker pen or marker if you like clean lines.
You can color the heart red and keep the wings white for a classic look.
Now you know how to draw a cartoon heart step by step—try drawing a few with different expressions!
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Frequently Asked Questions
1) How do I make my heart look more symmetrical?
Lightly sketch both top curves first, then adjust them before making your final lines.
2) What if my heart tip looks too sharp or too round?
Erase the tip and redraw it with a gentle point that matches both sides.
3) Can I change the face to a different expression?
Yes—try a bigger smile, sleepy eyes, or tiny blush marks for a new mood.
