Boys will be boys, you can't change that! You can learn how to draw boys with these easy, step-by-step drawing tutorials.
On this list, you will find lots of famous boyish cartoon characters. There are Disney stars like Luca, Peter Pan, and Camilo, and anime characters like Goku, Naruto, Natsu, Killua, Deku, Riley Freeman, Ben 10, and Monkey D. Luffy.
You can also meet other famous boys like Luke Skywalker, Jimmy Neutron, Harry Potter, or Bart Simpson.
As you can see, you can learn many different art styles - cartoons, anime and manga, chibi, and even realistic sketches.
Boys like you have big dreams. You can learn to draw yourself wearing a cape just like a superhero - with a shadow to match. You can sketch yourself alongside other superheroes, like Beast Boy, Viperion, or Cat Noir.
In time, boys grow up to be men. You can observe both at the same time when you draw a father and son.
Family is important, and boys often have sisters, too. If you're committed to looking out for your little sis, you can draw yourself with her. And don't forget Mom, either.
So, are no girls allowed? That's up to you - after all, girls can draw boys, too!
45 Boys Drawing Ideas
1
Father and Son
Spend some time with dear old dad while making this sketch of a little boy and the man he wants to grow up to be like.
2
Luca
Luca is a part-time sea monster, but when on dry land, he's a cute boy with curly hair and a ruddy complexion.
3
Naruto
Naruto wears a headband with the insignia of the Leaf Village. He has spikey hair, a coat with a tall collar, and whisker-like marks from a nine-tailed fox on his face.
4
Shadow
Shadows capture our imaginations. In this drawing, the shadow epitomizes the boy's superhero dreams.
5
Boy Face
This little boy has a smiling facial expression and a cowlick hairstyle.
6
Riley Freeman from the Boondocks
Riley is wearing a fierce expression with knitted brows. His hair is in cornrows and he wears his characteristic hoodie.
7
Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece
Monkey has spiky anime hair, a thin frame, muscular arms, and a scar on his cheek. He wears a straw hat and a sleeveless button-up shirt.
8
Chibi Boy
Chibi characters have large heads, huge eyes, small bodies, and short legs. This chibi heartthrob is sure to catch the anime girls' attention!
9
Happy Face
Can you give your drawings different facial expressions? Yes, you can! This boy is wearing a smile. The curves even affect his eyebrows and eyes.
10
Harry Potter
You're a wizard, Harry - help him out by drawing his school uniform, cloak, striped scarf, and magic wand.
11
Sasuke Uchiha from Naruto
Sasuke is a classic anime character. He has long, spiky hair, geometric eyes, and an unusual garment - in this case, one with a wide, oval-shaped collar. He also wears a headband with the Leaf Village emblem.
12
Viperion from Miraculous
Luka Couffaine received the Snake Miraculous with the help of his kwami, Sass. He has spiky anime-style hair, a snake-themed mask, earrings, and a bodysuit.
13
Charlie Brown
Charlie Brown has a round face and a curly tuft of hair. He wears a polo shirt with a wide zig-zag pattern across the bottom.
14
School Boy
This little boy is ready for the first day of class. He wears a backpack, and is he waving hello or goodbye?
15
Camilo from Encanto
Camilo has the power to become anyone he wants to be, and so do you. If you want to be an artist, you have the power!
16
Boy
This easy drawing is your average little boy. He wears a T-shirt, shorts, socks, and tennis shoes. His hand is raised in a thumbs-up gesture.
17
Steven Universe
Part human, part alien Gem, Steven Universe is 100 percent original. Steven wears blue jeans, flip-flops, and a T-shirt with a star on it. His arms are spread in an expansive gesture, his mouth open in a wide smile.
18
Siblings Day Poster
Boys take care of their siblings, be they big or little brothers or sisters. Celebrate your sibs with this fun poster.
19
Natsu from Fairy Tail
Natsu has classic spikey anime hair and angular anime eyes. He wears a striped scarf, a tank top, and a dragon tattoo on his arm.
20
Peter Pan
This boy will never grow up, but drawing him can help your art skills mature. Draw Peter in his feathered hat, tights, and pointed shoes. Don't forget the dagger at his belt.
21
Adrien Agreste from Miraculous
He is the superhero Cat Noir by night, but by day, he's a teen model. Draw his bright eyes, perfect hair, and impeccable fashion.
22
Beast Boy from Teen Titans
Beast Boy has a large head, large eyes, and pointed ears. His thin body has long limbs. He wears a jumpsuit, utility belt, and gloves.
23
Killua Zoldyck from Hunter x Hunter
Killua is a classically cute anime boy. He has spikey hair and large, squared eyes. He wears a bright smile and an average hoodie.
24
Shoto Todoroki from My Hero Academia
Shoto has long, stringy, two-toned anime hair. He has a burn scar over one eye and wears a tunic with a tall collar.
25
Tanjiro Kamado from Demon Slayer
Tanjiro is an androgynous anime boy. He has spikey hair and geometric eyes. He wears earrings and has a shape-changing scar on his forehead.
26
Deku from My Hero Academia
In many ways, Deku is a classic anime boy. He has spikey hair and large, expressive eyes. His most unusual trait is the freckles that bespeckle his cheeks.
27
Anime Boy Face
You may have drawn a lot of anime characters listed above. Now, consider one from a different point of view. Draw this anime boy in profile rather than in portrait style.
28
Easy Mother and Son
Did you draw the boy with his dad, above? Now you can draw him with his mom, too. You'll want to get in on this warm hug.
29
Ben 10
Ben is ready for action, his hand raised to activate his alien wristband. Ben is drawn in anime style. He wears a two-toned t-shirt, cargo pants, and tennis shoes.
30
Ron Weasley from Harry Potter
Did you draw Harry Potter, above? Now, you can draw his friend Ron as well. Unlike Harry's wand, alive with magic, Ron's is broken and he's got an expression to match.
31
Shinnosuke Nohara from Crayon Shin-chan
Shin-chan is technically an anime character, even though he doesn't fit the usual style. You can use simple lines to create your character.
32
Stewie Griffin from Family Guy
Did you draw Shin-Chan, above? Here is another cartoon toddler for your collection. These two are similar in unexpected ways.
33
Bart Simpson
Bart is famous, a character in one of the longest-running cartoons ever. He's easy to draw, especially since there is no distinction between his face and his pointy hair.
34
Goku Ultra Instinct
Goku, a powerful Super Saiyan, is one of the most beloved anime characters of all time. Here, you can draw his portrait in one of his most unbeatable forms.
35
Black Boy
This boy has a kind facial expression, short hair, and a polo shirt.
36
Katsuki Bakugo from My Hero Academia
If you've drawn many of the anime characters on this list, you know that pointy hair is a must. Katsuki's hairdo takes this to another level. He also has furrowed brows, fierce eyes, and a snarling mouth.
37
Jimmy Neutron
You'll have a brain blast before you're done with this drawing. Sketch Jimmy's ice cream cone-shaped hair, his large face, and his atomic t-shirt.
38
Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender
Aang goes against many anime appearance trends - instead of spiky hair, he has none. In its place is a large arrow.
39
Boy Swimming
Get active with this fitness-minded boy. He's ready for the next swim meet, wearing his swim trunks and an aerodynamic swim cap.
40
Vault Boy from Fallout
This Fallout Boy is no musician. He looks like he's giving you a thumbs up, but he's actually making sure you're both safe from nuclear fallout.
41
Luke Skywalker
Before he was a legendary Jedi Master, Luke was just a farmboy from the backwater world of Tattooine. He's a reminder that anyone can become a hero.
42
Anime Boy Full Body
This anime boy has classically spiky hair, large anime eyes, and has his hand raised in the anime-famous “V for victory” gesture.
43
Anime Boy Crying
It’s not true that boys don’t cry. This boy is expressing his broken-heartedness in the overdramatic way that anime cartoons are known for.
44
Cartoon Boy
This little boy is ready for his first day of school with nicely combed hair, overalls, and brand-new tennis shoes.
45
Gon Freecss from Hunter x Hunter
Gon has really, really tall spiky hair - even more so than most anime boys. He wears a striped tunic with a tall collar.
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