How to Draw a Cardinal

Bring some bright red color to your drawing pad by learning how to draw a cardinal! With its striking red feathers and distinctive crest, a cardinal is a fun and colorful bird to draw. Let’s dive into the enchanting world of cardinals through some pencils and a piece of paper! Ready? Let’s get started!

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Materials Needed:

  • Paper
  • Pencil
  • Eraser
  • Coloring Supplies

Perfect For:

  • Kids
  • Newbies

How to Draw a Cardinal

  • Draw a rounded body shape for the cardinal.
  • Add a smaller, rounded head connected to the body with a short neck.
  • Draw a short, strong beak on the head.
  • Add a round eye on the head.
  • Sketch a prominent crest on top of the head.
  • Draw two thin legs with small claws, extending from the bottom of the body.
  • Draw two wings on each side of the body, with feather details.
  • Add a medium-length, fan-shaped tail at the back of the body.
  • Include shading, patterns, and bright red colors (for a male cardinal) to make the bird look more realistic.

Easy Cardinal Drawing for Kids – Step by Step Tutorial

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Great job! You’ve now learned how to draw a cardinal. Keep practicing to add even more detail and make your cardinal drawing even more realistic. Now you can add some colors to make your drawing more realistic.

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About the Cardinal

Cardinals are brightly colored birds found in North America. They have a red body and a black face, with a pointed beak. Cardinals are often found in yards and parks, and they make a loud, chirping sound.

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