How To Draw A Cartoon Pirate

Step 1: Rough Outline

Do everything with a pencil first so you can rub it out if you make a mistake. We are going to use a green pen so you can see it on the page.

Firstly draw a circle for his head and then mark out his body shape. Once you've drawn one normal leg, how about making the other a peg-leg? Mark out his arms and don't forget to give him a cutlass! Check your pencil outline before you carry on.

Step 2: Details

Let's start at the top and work our way down. Draw a scarf around his head; give him a couple of gold earrings and a full shaggy beard. Our pirate's had a successful days pillaging, so give him a cheeky smile and don't forget to blacken his teeth. An eye patch over one eye should complete his face. Give our happy scoundrel some fingers and thumbs and go over the outline of his cutlass. Put him in some pirate regalia fit for the high seas - a frock coat and some jewellery. Draw in one big boot, then clearly mark out his wooden leg.