how to draw kawaii cats

Author: Sayo Koizumi
Format: Paperback
Publication date: 15 September 2026
96 pages

Learn to Draw and Paint Adorable Cats in Dozens of Exciting Ways!

In this charming book, professional Japanese cat illustrator Sayo Koizumi shows you how to create expressively cute cat sketches, drawings and paintings using a wide variety of different styles and media. Packed with hundreds of colorful examples and helpful tips, it enables artists at all levels to sketch and paint their favorite felines in anatomically correct poses as well as adorably cute cartoons!

Detailed tutorials walk you through the entire process from A to Z, including:

The Basics of Drawing Cats — Selecting your tools and materials, the basics of cat anatomy, tracing techniques and how to begin your cat sketches
Depicting Cat Shapes Realistically — Understanding cat anatomy and poses, exploring different drawing styles, drawing unique cat faces and trying out various expressions, patterns and textures
Techniques for Different Media — Use pencils, pens, colored pencils, watercolors and acrylic paints to create your own unique cat illustrations—from simple cartoons to realistic portraits
Finishing and Presenting Your Art — Creating backgrounds and collages; adding titles; framing your artwork; making cat-themed gifts, textiles, cards and comics; and posting your art online
And much more — Including sidebar features on the author's favorite cat expressions, most beloved pet memories and even her rescue cat adoption advice!

Discover the endless joys of drawing cats right meow!