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Easy Cartoon Painting Tutorials For Beginners Simple Steps

Kenneth Jul 13, 2026

Looking for a fun and creative way to improve your painting skills? Why not start with some easy cartoon characters? Cartoons are known for their vibrant colors and simple shapes, making them perfect for beginners. Not only are they a joy to paint, but they can also help you loosen up and experiment with your painting style.

a minion painted on the wall with an eyeball in it's center
a minion painted on the wall with an eyeball in it's center

In this article, we'll look at some easy cartoon characters to paint, along with simple step-by-step guides to help you get started. So, grab your paints and let's dive into the wonderful world of cartoon painting!

a child's drawing of a face on a piece of paper with red, white and blue paint
a child's drawing of a face on a piece of paper with red, white and blue paint

Simple Cartoon Characters to Paint

Here are some of our favorite easy cartoon characters to paint. They're perfect for beginners and can help you build your skills as you progress.

Peppa pig
Peppa pig

Remember, the key is to keep it simple. Start with basic shapes and forms, and then add details as your confidence grows.

Emoji Faces

an image of a green cartoon character on a blue background with red eyes and mouth
an image of a green cartoon character on a blue background with red eyes and mouth

Emojis are a great place to start. They're simple, recognizable, and can be painted in a variety of styles. Here are a few examples:

Minimalist Animals

Minimalist animal cartoons are another option. These are perfect for practicing your basic shapes and colors.

four cartoon faces painted on canvases in different colors and sizes, each with an individual's face
four cartoon faces painted on canvases in different colors and sizes, each with an individual's face

Cartoon Painting Techniques

Now that you've chosen your character, it's time to start painting. Here are some simple techniques to help you get started:

Coloring and Shading

a painting of two bears and one bear with hearts on their chest, in three different colors
a painting of two bears and one bear with hearts on their chest, in three different colors

Painting Backgrounds

Practice Makes Perfect

Pattie Overcash Art | One-Eyed Minion Original 14x11 Cartoon Character Art Painting Canvas Signed | Color: Blue/Yellow | Size: 14x11 In
Pattie Overcash Art | One-Eyed Minion Original 14x11 Cartoon Character Art Painting Canvas Signed | Color: Blue/Yellow | Size: 14x11 In
a spiderman face painted on a black and red canvas
a spiderman face painted on a black and red canvas
a winnie the pooh poster on a red background, with an orange bear's face
a winnie the pooh poster on a red background, with an orange bear's face
a green frog with big eyes sitting on top of a blue cloth covered wall hanging
a green frog with big eyes sitting on top of a blue cloth covered wall hanging
Canvas
Canvas
a painting of spongebob with blue eyes and a red tie on the floor
a painting of spongebob with blue eyes and a red tie on the floor
obraz SpongeBob
obraz SpongeBob

Remember, the key to improving your cartoon painting skills is practice. Keep trying new characters and techniques, and don't be afraid to make mistakes.