How to Draw a Bird

Last Updated: May 17, 2022

Birds are warm-blooded animals which are distinguished for their feathers and forelimbs modified as wings. Birds in action are a favorite sight in nature. Here you will see how to draw these beautiful creatures in a cartoonish style. ^{[1]
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Method 1

Method 1 of 2:

A Cartoon Bird

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Draw two circles which overlap each other. The top circle is slightly bigger than the bottom circle.
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Draw two rings for the bird’s eyes. Draw crescent curves inside the circles or rings to resemble cartoon eyes.

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Draw the details for the bird’s beak at the middle of the two circles.
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Draw additional details for the bird’s head.
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Draw the bird’s wings using rounded curves extending from the body.
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Draw details for the bird’s feet, legs, and tail feathers.
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Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Add additional details.
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Color to your liking!

Method 2

Method 2 of 2:

A Traditional Bird

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Draw two circles to provide framework for the drawing. One circle is small and at the upper right of the page, the other is big at the middle of the page.
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Draw curve lines connecting the two circles to form the bird’s body.
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Draw a slender triangle with a middle line to form the beak. The triangle extends at the lower right.
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Refine the drawing by adding details for the eyes and feathers for the wings.
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Draw the slender legs using straight lines.
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Trace with a pen and erase unnecessary lines. Draw details for the feathers around the body.
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Color to your liking!

Community Q&A

Question

How do I draw a parrot and a blue jay?

Community Answer

You can print a picture of them and trace them. Over time, you'll have more knowledge on how to draw them and you will be able to replicate them with ease.
Question

How do I know where to place the details?

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Community Answer

Practice and references. If you aren't completely sure on the placement of something, don't be afraid to do a quick Google Images search to refresh your memory, it's the fastest way to learn.
Question

How can I draw the details of feathers for a traditional bird?

Community Answer

You can try to find a completed picture here or on Google, then zoom in on the features and copy them.