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Smiley Face

50 drawings by Artbitrator players — showing top 24

Want to draw a smiley face? Start by studying how others have done it.

Use these as reference, then practice in Artbitrator where you can replay drawings and learn from the process, not just the result.

Drawings

Avg Strokes

542 strokes

Avg Time

49s

Fastest

11s

How to Draw Smiley Face

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

1 Start with the biggest, easiest shape in the prompt and keep it centered.
2 Add eyes and mouth shape early — these are the features that make a smiley face 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 smiley face in Artbitrator, where you can also watch how other players approached it.

Tip: The most recognizable smiley face drawings get eyes and mouth shape down early. Add those first, then refine.

Practice Drawing Smiley Face

Drawing Tips

Emphasize the eyes — it is often the most recognizable part of a smiley face.
Keep mouth shape 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.

Smiley Face Drawing FAQ

How do you draw a smiley face?

Start with a simple shape for the body or main form, then add the key features: eyes, mouth shape, and eyebrows. Study the examples above to see how other artists approached it.

Is Smiley Face hard to draw?

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

How do I get better at drawing a smiley face?

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.