Kawaii Butterfly Drawing
Are you ready to draw a kawaii butterfly? This lesson will guide you through the process with helpful images that show each stage of your drawing. You’ll learn how to outline the different sections, making it easier to create your own version.
As you work, remember that you can choose any colors you like! This is a chance to express yourself and make your butterfly unique. Enjoy the experience of learning and creating something special on paper!
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons | Colored Pencils | Markers (you choose)
- Black Marker (optional)
Just follow along, and soon you’ll have your very own kawaii butterfly on paper! As you draw, think about how you want your butterfly to look. If you like the bold outlines in my drawing, you might want to trace over your pencil lines with a thin black marker once you’re finished. This can help your butterfly stand out even more! So grab your supplies and let’s get started on this fun drawing!
Time Needed: 45 minutes
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Outline the Head

Start by drawing a circular shape to form the butterfly’s head.
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Add the Face

Draw two circular eyes and a small curved line for a cute, happy smile.
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Outline the Blushed Cheeks

Add circles to outline its adorable blushing cheeks.
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Attach the Antennae

Draw a pair of thin, tall antennae extending from the top of the head.
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Form the Body

Create a bumpy, elongated shape for the butterfly’s body.
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Outline the Wings

Outline the large wings attached to the sides of the butterfly’s body.
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Design the Wings

Draw several curved shapes as shown to create the design on the wings.
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Add Smaller Markings

Draw additional smaller markings to make the butterfly’s wings look even more beautiful.
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Color the Kawaii Butterfly Drawing

First, color the head and body a light orange shade. Next, use brown for the antennae. Now, use black for the eyes and add white ovals for some shine. Color the cheeks red. Then, use green for the outer layer of the wings, orange for the middle layer, and yellow for the smallest inner markings.
Kawaii Butterfly Drawing PDF Download
Check out the resource below! It has all the drawing steps and some extra fun stuff, like a coloring book page. You can either preview or download the PDF to keep it handy for later!

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