Learn how to draw Woody from Toy Story with this easy cartoon drawing lesson for kids. A printable PDF is included.
How to Draw Woody from Toy Story Art Lesson
This lesson is a total win for upper elementary students who love drawing characters they already know and love. Woody’s friendly face and cowboy gear make him instantly recognizable, and super fun to draw.
The project breaks down his design into simple shapes that keep drawing him approachable, even for students who aren’t confident artists. Each step builds on the last, so no one feels lost.
It’s a perfect way to introduce cartooning concepts and stylized proportion without overwhelming young learners. The focus is on capturing Woody’s personality, not perfection.
Teachers will love how easy this lesson is to teach, even if they don’t feel like artists themselves. Just share the step by step tutorial, hit play on the video and follow along!
Woody and the Art of Cartoon Character Design
Woody’s character design is a masterclass in cartooning. His floppy cloth limbs, oversized cowboy hat, and cow-pattern vest make him instantly recognizable, even in a simple drawing.
Pixar intentionally gave Woody exaggerated features like a long face and big eyes to help show emotion and personality. These stylized proportions are a great way to introduce kids to the idea that cartoons don’t need to look realistic to be effective.
You can also highlight how color plays a role in character design: Woody’s bright yellow plaid shirt, red bandana, and blue jeans make him pop on the page. His silhouette—with the tall hat and boots—is easy to spot, even in black and white.
This lesson is a great way to open up conversations about animation, visual storytelling, and even creative careers in character design. It’s a small drawing project with big possibilities.
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