Use the super easy step-by-step instructions below to learn how to draw Super Mario. Follow along with the video, or use the images in this article. By the end of this tutorial, even beginners will have a completed drawing of Mario from the Super Mario Galaxy Movie!

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Materials You’ll Need

Before starting, gather these basic drawing supplies:

• Pencil (an HB lead pencil is best for light sketches)
• Eraser
• Black ink pen or marker
• Drawing paper
• Colored pencils or markers

Sketch Guidelines

Building a solid initial sketch is key to getting your character's proportions right. Draw these simple shapes first before adding the details on Super Mario.

Step 1: Head and Body Framework

• Draw the Head Guide: Begin by sketching a circle near the top of your page. First mark the intended height and width with small pencil ticks, then connect them with smooth, curved lines. If you have trouble drawing circles freehand, trace the edge of a circular object like a bottle cap or lid.
• Draw the Body Circle: Directly below the head, draw a second circle of roughly the same size. The top should be touching the bottom of the head guide.
• Add Facial Guides: Draw a horizontal line curving across the middle of the head, and a vertical line down the center to split the face into quadrants.

Step 2: Positioning the Limbs

• Draw the Legs: Extend two pairs of vertical lines downward from the base of the body circle. Close off the bottom of each leg with a flat horizontal line.
• Sketch the Feet: Draw a rounded, rectangular guide at the base of each leg to serve as guides for Mario's boots.
• Add the Arms and Fists: Draw a sloping line on the left that angles upward, and a downward curving line on the right. Place a small circle at the end of each arm to mark where the fists will go.

Step 3: Drawing Mario's Facial Features

• Create the Nose and Eyes: Draw a wide oval at the intersection of the horizontal and vertical facial guidelines. Sketch two vertical, circular eye shapes sitting directly on top of the horizontal guide.
• Add Irises and Pupils: Inside each eye, draw a large circle for the iris, and a smaller shaded circle inside that for the pupil.
• Define the Eyebrows and Mustache: Draw curved, thick eyebrows above each eye. Under the nose, sketch a wavy line with three distinct curved loops on each side for his unique mustache.

• Draw the Cap and Ears: Outline the bill and high arch of the hat, and add the "M" emblem circle. Add blocky sideburns and C-shaped ears on the sides of his head.
• Add the Overalls, Gloves, and Boots: Detail the straps, buttons, and center pocket of the overalls. Draw the curled fingers and wide cuffs on the gloved hands. Add thick soles to the boots.

The Finishing Touches

Now it's time to add the details and color in your Super Mario drawing!

• Trace, Erase, and Color: Carefully trace over your final pencil lines using a black ink pen, let it dry, and erase the pencil guides!

Final Tips for Drawing Cartoon Characters

Improving your drawing skills takes practice and patience. Keep these techniques in mind:

• Sketch lightly before committing to final lines so mistakes are easy to erase.
• Use construction shapes to maintain correct proportions across the head and body.

With consistent practice, drawing characters like Super Mario becomes much easier and enjoyable!

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