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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse in Classic Animated Style

Here’s a fun project if you’re in the mood for something playful: how to draw a cartoon horse in a classic cartoon style. This one focuses on simple shapes, strong facial expressions, and big lively features. If you’re used to sketching basic animals, it won’t feel too complicated.

Main Features to Capture When Drawing This Cartoon Horse

  • Big head (mostly muzzle) with an exaggerated smile
  • Large upper front teeth showing
  • Simple, round body that’s slightly larger than the head
  • Short legs with clear hoof shapes
  • Long tail with flowing curves
  • Animated, messy mane sticking out in sections
  • Simple eyes with expressive raised brows

If you’re having fun with this style, you could also try sketching a funny cartoon cow or a cheerful goat next — they fit the same animated look.

Color Markings to Keep Your Sketch Organized

  • Red Color: shows the new lines to focus on in each step
  • Black Color: represents the lines you’ve already drawn
  • Grey Color: outlines the initial rough sketch and base shapes

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 01

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 02

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 03

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 04

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 05

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 06

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 07

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 08

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 09

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 10

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 11

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 12

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 13

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 14

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 15

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - step 17

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How to Draw a Cartoon Horse - final step

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Me and the community would really enjoy seeing your cartoon horse drawing, so feel free to post it under the pinned article on Pinterest. It’s always great to check out everyone’s different versions of the same character!

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