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💛 How to Draw a Minion – Step-by-Step Guide for Kids!

Writer: MaryMary

Do you love Minions? These funny, yellow, banana-loving characters from Despicable Me are super fun and easy to draw! Today, we’ll teach you how to draw a Minion step by step using simple shapes and easy instructions. Whether you want to draw Bob, Kevin, or Stuart, this guide will help you create your own adorable Minion! 🎨💛


By the end of this tutorial, you’ll know how to sketch a Minion, add fun details, and color it just like in the movies! Let’s get started!


📌 Table of Contents


💛 Introduction

Minions are small, yellow, and full of energy! 🏃‍♂️💨 These characters are famous for their silly language, hilarious actions, and love for bananas! 🍌 Learning how to draw a Minion step by step is easy and fun. If you’ve ever asked:

✔️ How do I draw a Minion?

✔️ How do you draw a Minion?

✔️ How do you draw Minion characters like Bob, Stuart, or Kevin?

Then this guide is perfect for you! 🎨✨


🎨 Materials Needed

Whether you're new to doodling or a seasoned sketch artist, our blog post on 6 must-have drawing materials and tools is your ticket to becoming the next Picasso.


Before we start, grab these supplies:

Paper or Sketchbook – A blank page for your Minion drawing. 📄

Pencil (HB or 2B) – Light pencils help with outlining the Minion’s shape. ✏️

Eraser – To fix mistakes while sketching. 🔄

Black Marker or Fine Liner – For outlining and defining details. ✍️

Colored Pencils or Markers – To bring your Minion to life! Use:

  • Yellow for the body 💛

  • Blue for the overalls 👖

  • Black for the gloves and boots 🖤

  • Gray or Silver for the goggles 🥽

  • Brown for the eyes 👀

Now that we have everything, let’s start drawing a Minion!


👓 How to Draw a Minion Step by Step

Step 1: Draw the Minion’s Body

1️⃣ Start by drawing a tall oval shape—this will be the Minion’s main body.2️⃣ Make sure to leave space for the arms, legs, and goggles!

how to draw a minion step by step

Step 2: Add the Minion’s Goggles

1️⃣ Near the top of the oval, draw two big circles (or one if you’re drawing Stuart!).

easy minion drawing for kids

2️⃣ Inside each circle, draw smaller circles for the eyes and add a tiny white dot for the highlight.

3️⃣ Connect the goggles with a strap on each side of the head.

how to sketch a minion outline

Step 3: Sketch the Arms and Hands

1️⃣ Draw two small curved lines on the sides for the arms.

2️⃣ At the ends of the arms, draw three-fingered gloves (Minions always wear gloves!).

step by step minion drawing guide

Step 4: Draw the Legs and Boots

1️⃣ Draw two short legs at the bottom of the body.

2️⃣ Add small boots to complete the Minion’s look!

how to draw a minion with coloring

Step 5: Add the Minion’s Outfit

1️⃣ Minions wear blue overalls! Draw a square in the middle for the pocket.

2️⃣ Add two straps going over the shoulders and small buttons on each side.

simple minion drawing for beginners

3️⃣ Draw the smiling mouth and funny hair.

how to draw a cartoon minion

Step 6: Outline and Color Your Minion

1️⃣ Use a black marker to go over the lines and details.

2️⃣ Color the body yellow, overalls blue, and gloves/boots black.

3️⃣ Add shading to make it look even better! 🎨✨

And that’s it! You now know how to draw a Minion easily! 🎉

minion drawing tutorial for kids
how to draw a minion wearing goggles

🤩 Fun Facts About Minions!

👓 Minions speak their own funny language called "Minionese."

🍌 Minions LOVE bananas! That’s their favorite snack.

🎬 There are over 10,000 different Minions in the movies!


❓ FAQs

1. How do I draw a Minion easily?

Start with a simple oval shape, then add the eyes, mouth, arms, and legs before finishing with details and colors.

2. How do you draw Minion goggles?

Draw big circles for the goggles, then add smaller circles inside for the eyes. Don’t forget the goggle straps on each side!

3. What colors do I need to draw a Minion?

Use yellow for the body, blue for the overalls, gray for the goggles, and black for the gloves and boots.


🎉 Final Thoughts

Now you know how to draw a Minion step by step! 💛 Keep practicing, and soon, you’ll be able to draw different Minions in fun poses!

Want to learn how to sketch more fun characters? Check out our other drawing tutorials! 🎨✨


Looking for a creative boost? Check out our Pinterest page for some inspiring magic!


Hey, just a quick reminder—staying consistent and maintaining your passion is crucial for success in art, just as in many other fields. Keep drawing, try new things, and most importantly, enjoy the journey! You might also want to check out our blog post; power of drawing every day.


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