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Cat

27 drawings by Artbitrator players — showing top 24

The best way to learn how to draw a cat is to study real examples and then practice.

Study the shapes and details that make a cat recognizable, then try it yourself in Artbitrator's drawing game.

Drawings

Avg Strokes

555 strokes

Avg Time

35s

Fastest

10s

How to Draw Cat

Simple steps to draw cat, based on what works in the examples above.

1 Start with the biggest, easiest shape in the prompt and keep it centered.
2 Add pointy ears and whiskers early — these are the features that make a cat recognizable.
3 Add two unmistakable clues that make the subject different from nearby prompts.
4 Keep it simple at first. Do not chase detail before the basic idea is readable.
5 Practice by drawing a cat in Artbitrator, where you can also watch how other players approached it.

Tip: The most recognizable cat drawings get pointy ears and whiskers down early. Add those first, then refine.

Practice Drawing Cat

Drawing Tips

Make sure to include the pointy ears — it is often the most recognizable part of a cat.
Keep whiskers visible and clear, even if the rest of the drawing is rough.
Look at the examples above to see which shapes and details other artists prioritized.

Cat Drawing FAQ

How do you draw a cat?

Start with a simple shape for the body or main form, then add the key features: pointy ears, whiskers, and curved tail. Study the examples above to see how other artists approached it.

What makes a cat tricky to draw?

Cat is beginner-friendly if you focus on the key features first. The examples above show that even quick, simple drawings can capture a cat well.

How can I practice drawing a cat?

Browse the examples above for inspiration, then practice in Artbitrator — a free drawing game where you can also watch how other players drew the same subject stroke by stroke.