Learn how to draw cat noir with pointed cat ears, a bold eye mask, a fitted hero suit, and a long staff. This easy drawing tutorial helps beginners practice layered hair, action poses, and costume accessories.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black marker or colored pencils
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Time needed:
22 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the Cat Ears
Draw a wide curved line for the top of the head and add one tall pointed ear at each end. Place a smaller curved line inside each ear to show the inner edge.
Pro Tip: Angle both ears slightly outward to create a confident silhouette.
Step 2: Add the Layered Hair
Draw sweeping bangs across the forehead with several long pointed locks. Continue the hairstyle down both sides using overlapping tufts of different lengths.
Pro Tip: Let the hair points change direction so the hairstyle looks full and lively.
Step 3: Draw the Mask and Face
Add a rounded jawline below the hair, then draw a wide mask that curves around both eyes. Place large almond-shaped eyes inside it and finish the face with a small oval nose and curved smile.
Pro Tip: Draw the mask first so the eyes fit neatly within its two sides.
Step 4: Add the Torso and Arms
Draw a short collar and a small round bell beneath the chin, then outline the upper body. Add one bent arm resting near the waist and one arm reaching outward with a closed gripping hand.
Pro Tip: Use rounded finger shapes to keep the gripping hand simple and readable.
Step 5: Draw the Belt and Legs
Add a narrow belt across the waist with a round buckle in the center. Draw two legs in a wide stance and finish each one with a tall boot and a flat rounded toe.
Pro Tip: Place the feet apart to balance the raised arm and create a strong pose.
Step 6: Finish the Tail and Staff
Draw a long curved cat tail extending from behind the left side of the body. Add a tall double-lined staff through the raised hand and cap its upper end with a small circle.
Pro Tip: Erase the part of the staff hidden by the fingers so the grip looks convincing.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- Cat Noir is a superhero identity inspired by the agility and mystery of black cats.
- A mask can make a character recognizable even when the costume uses simple shapes.
- Long staffs are often used in action poses because they create a strong diagonal or vertical line.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Erase hidden guides, darken the outline, and color the suit, ears, mask, boots, and tail black with bright green eyes. Your cat noir drawing is complete, so try adding rooftops, moonlight, or an action scene in the background.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the mask even on both sides?
Sketch the center of the face lightly and match the curves around each eye.
Why does the pose look unbalanced?
Widen the space between the feet and keep the torso centered over the belt.
Can I draw the staff at an angle?
Yes, tilt it slightly while keeping both edges parallel from top to bottom.
