This easy drawing tutorial shows how to draw an angry bird step by step. We will build the shapes slowly, then refine the face and details. Take your time and enjoy this drawing for beginners.

What You Will Need

• Pencil
• Eraser
• Black marker or pen
• Paper
• Colored pencils or markers (optional)

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Time needed:

14 minutes.

Step-by-Step Drawing Guide

Step 1: Draw the Three Feather Tuft

Start near the top of your page with a smooth three-lobed shape. Think of three rounded petals joined together. Keep the ends soft and gently tapered.

Pro Tip: Make the middle tuft slightly taller to match the angry bird look.

Step 2: Add the Big Round Body

From both sides of the tuft, sketch two long curved lines downward. Let them meet into a plump teardrop shape with a round bottom. Keep the body wide and friendly, not skinny.

Pro Tip: Keep both sides balanced, and let the bottom be a bit wider.

Step 3: Draw the Side Wings

Add a small oval wing on the left side of the body. Add a second wing on the right side, placed a little farther back. Round the lower ends so the wings feel soft.

Pro Tip: Keep the wings small so there is space for the big belly area.

Step 4: Add the Angry Eyebrows

In the upper face area, draw two thick eyebrows slanting down toward the center. Let the outer ends lift slightly to sharpen the expression. Close the eyebrow shapes with a smooth lower edge.

Pro Tip: Leave a small gap between the brows so the anger feels focused.

Step 5: Draw the Eyes and Pupils

Under the eyebrows, sketch two large round eyes that match in size. Place the eyes so they sit close to the center of the face. Add small pupils inside, leaning slightly toward the middle.

Pro Tip: Center-leaning pupils make the angry bird look like it is staring.

Step 6: Draw the Pointed Beak

Between the eyes, draw a sharp triangular beak with a slightly downward-pointing tip. Add a curved line inside the beak to separate the top and bottom parts. Keep the beak bold and clear.

Pro Tip: Keep the beak short so it stays cartoon-like and strong.

Step 7: Add the Big Belly Curve

On the lower half of the body, draw a wide curved line for the belly patch. Start near the left side and sweep to the right in a smooth arc. Leave a small gap above the bottom outline.

Pro Tip: Do not let the belly curve touch the bottom edge; leave a small gap.

Step 8: Draw the Small Tail Feathers

On the lower right side, add two or three short tail feathers. Shape them like small rounded leaves that overlap slightly. Attach them neatly to the body edge.

Pro Tip: Keep the tail feathers short so the body shape stays the main focus.

Step 9: Add the Feet and Toes

Under the body, sketch two small feet spaced apart. Make each foot like a flat little cloud with three rounded toe bumps. Adjust the feet so the character looks like it can stand.

Pro Tip: Keep both feet at the same height so the angry bird stands firmly.

Step 10: Color in your drawing!

Fun Facts

• Many cartoon birds use simple shapes like ovals and triangles to look expressive.
• Angry eyebrows change the mood more than any other face detail.
• A big round body makes a character feel heavier and more powerful.

Pin it now, Draw later!

You now have a complete angry bird drawing, built from simple curves and bold features. Trace your final lines with a black pen, then erase any leftover pencil marks. For color, try a bright body color and a lighter belly patch, then add gentle shading under the eyebrows and along the lower body curve.

A common beginner mistake is making the eyes uneven, which can change the expression. If that happens, lightly redraw the circles until they match. Keep practicing this step by step drawing, and try changing the eyebrows to create new moods in your next easy drawing tutorial.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I keep the body shape smooth?

Draw the outline with two long curved strokes, then refine the bumps with small corrections. Turning the paper slightly can help your hand follow the curve.

Why does my angry bird not look angry enough?

Usually the eyebrows are not slanted enough toward the center. Lower the inner ends a little and keep the pupils closer to the middle.

What if my beak looks too big?

Erase and redraw it shorter and wider, staying between the eyes. A compact beak fits the face and keeps the style cartoony.