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Thinking Face

55 drawings by Artbitrator players — showing top 24

Thinking Face is a fun subject to draw, and these 55 examples show different ways to approach it.

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

Drawings

Avg Strokes

843 strokes

Avg Time

82s

Fastest

19s

How to Draw Thinking Face

Simple steps to draw thinking 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 thinking 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 thinking face in Artbitrator, where you can also watch how other players approached it.

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

Practice Drawing Thinking Face

Drawing Tips

Make sure to include the eyes — it is often the most recognizable part of a thinking 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.

Thinking Face Drawing FAQ

How do you draw a thinking 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.

What makes a thinking face tricky to draw?

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

How can I practice drawing a thinking 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.