How to Draw a Cute Penguin

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Keep things simple.

   For the head, draw a circle.
   
   For the body, draw a cylinder that meets with the circle.
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   Step 2: Add the wings.

   Draw 2 triangles on the sides of the body for the penguin's wings.
   
   Add a little triangle on the face for the penguin's beak. , Eyes always look cute when drawn large; use large ovals to make the eye, eyelid and pupil.
   
   Shade in the pupil shape.
   
   Add half circles that encompass the oval eyes; these give a definition and depth to the eyes, while adding cuteness to the penguin's face. , Use little half circles that look like halved pebbles for the feet.
   
   Then draw the tail.
   
   For a final flourish, add a bow tie. , See the image for details.
   
   Erase the draft lines. , Black and white for the penguin, with a flourish of color for the bow tie, eyes and feet.
   
   Now you're finished––one cute penguin.
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   Step 3: Draw eyes.

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   Step 4: Draw the feet.

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   Step 5: Add the rounded lines that delineate the tummy zone from the back zone of the penguin.

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   Step 6: Color your drawing in.

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