Learn To Draw Your Dog As An Adorable Cartoon
Even as a complete beginner.
Imagine if you could:
Turn a photo of your dog into a cartoon that actually looks like them, the ears, the expression, the one feature that makes them unmistakably yours.
Sit down after a long day and lose yourself in the shapes and color, sketch, ink, then fill it in, until a flat photo turns into something with personality.
Finish a cartoon so clean and full of character that people lean in and ask, "wait… you drew that yourself?"
Have you ever seen something like this and thought:
“I want to be able to draw like that.”
Maybe you've tried drawing your dog before, and it came out looking like a generic dog instead of your dog, so you put the pencils away.
Maybe you've never tried at all, and figured cartooning was a skill some people just have and some don't.
Here's the truth: it's much simpler than it looks.
And yes, even complete beginners can draw this.
The whole cartoon is built from one simple, repeatable system. You learn it once, then reuse it on any dog.
No freehand precision. No years of practice. Just a simple, repeatable process.
Cartoon drawing isn't about realism. It's about simplification.
Every dog, no matter the breed, breaks down into 4 basic shapes.
Block those shapes in, clean them into confident line art, then add the one feature that makes your dog recognizable.
That same order repeats no matter the breed: head, muzzle, body, legs, then the ears and expression that make it theirs.
And I'll show you exactly how, step by step.
The same system applies to almost any dog: huskies, retrievers, bulldogs, dachshunds, and every mixed breed in between.
Anyone can learn to draw this.
Even if you've never drawn before. This is beginner-friendly from the very start. The shape system does most of the work for you. No drawing experience needed.
Even if you've tried drawing your dog before and it came out wrong. This shape-first method is more forgiving than freehanding a whole dog at once. Small wobbles clean up in the line art step instead of standing out.
Even if you don't think of yourself as "the artistic type." This isn't about natural talent. It's about breaking any dog down into the same 4 shapes, every time.
Even if you don't have any supplies yet. All you need is a set of pencils and markers. Any brand works, you don't need anything fancy or expensive to get started.
Hi, I'm Katie
I've been drawing cartoon dogs for over eight years, and teaching this exact shape system to students for the last four of them.
I've watched complete beginners, people who swore they “couldn't draw animals,” finish a cartoon of their own dog in their first sitting, just by following the shapes instead of guessing at it.
You don't need a steady hand or years of practice. You need the sequence. That's the whole method.
That's why I created this course.
For The First Time Ever - Introducing
Cartoon Your Dog Workshop
A step-by-step course where you'll turn your own dog into a cute cartoon from start to finish while learning a shape system you can reuse on any breed.
Here's A Small Taste Of What's Inside:
Module 1
Getting Set Up
What to buy, what to skip, and how to set up so you can actually finish.
- •The exact pencils and markers you need, nothing fancier
- •How to pick a reference photo that's actually easy to draw from
- •Setting up your workspace so you can draw without frustration
Module 2
The Shape Code
Every dog breaks down into the same handful of simple shapes.
- •The 4 basic shapes hiding inside every dog's face
- •How ear shape and snout length change the whole look
- •Turning a photo into simplified shapes in under a minute
Module 3
The Personality Formula
What makes a cartoon look like your dog, not just a dog.
- •Finding the one feature that makes your dog recognizable
- •What to exaggerate and what to simplify
- •Turning a generic dog face into YOUR dog's face
Module 4
Sketch to Line Art
Turn rough shapes into the clean lines a cartoon needs.
- •Cleaning up rough shapes into confident lines
- •Thick outer lines, thin inner details, the cartoon trick
- •Knowing which pencil lines to keep and which to erase
Module 5
Color & Life
Bring the line art to life with simple, bold color.
- •Building a simple, bold color palette
- •Layering markers without streaks or mud
- •Flat color blocks vs realistic shading, and why flat wins here
Module 6
Layering, Depth & the Final Details
The finishing pass that makes the whole face come alive.
- •Adding shading and highlights without overworking it
- •Finishing the eyes so the whole face comes alive
- •The last small details that make it look complete
You're Not Just Learning One Cartoon
This is your first guided project. As you draw it, you'll also learn the simple shape system behind every cartoon dog:
- ✓how to break any dog down into 4 simple shapes no matter the breed
- ✓how to clean up rough sketches into confident, cartoon-ready line art
- ✓how to build a bold, simple color palette and layer markers without streaks or mud
- ✓how to apply the same system to a new dog, a new breed, or a friend's pet
So by the end, you won't just have a finished cartoon. You'll understand a shape system you can keep using.
Why You'll Be Paying Less For This Course Today
A commissioned pet cartoon from an artist runs $40–$70 for a single piece, and you walk away with one drawing and no way to make another one yourself.
Private art lessons run $60–$100 an hour. And a custom pet portrait like the one you'll finish here can sell for well over $150, for just one piece.
This course gives you a repeatable skill.
Once you own the shape system, you can draw this same cartoon again as a gift, redo it for a different dog, or move on to an entirely different breed.
The full price for this course is:
$97
But that's NOT the price you'll be paying today.
This is the first online release of Cartoon Your Dog Workshop, and the first 50 students can join at a lower early-bird price.
I'll use this first group's feedback to see what helped most, where beginners get stuck, and what questions come up as students draw their first cartoon.
So for this first group, the course is:
Only $47
You'll get the full step-by-step course, a shape system you can apply to any breed, lifetime access, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
After the first 50 students join, the course moves to the regular $97 price.
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You don't have to decide right now.
Get access and try it for 30 full days. Draw your first cartoon of your own dog. See how it feels to finish something you're actually proud of.
If it's not for you, send one email to hello@drawingacademyonline.com and you'll get every penny back within 24 hours. No questions asked. No stalling.
You either love what you create... or you don't pay for it.
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🎁 Bonus #1
$17 FREEBreed Shape & Feature Cheat Sheet
A quick reference you'll pull out every single time you sit down to draw a new dog.
- •The 4 basic shapes mapped across a dozen common breeds
- •How ear shape, snout length, and coat texture change the shapes you draw
- •You'll never guess again where to start on an unfamiliar breed
- •A visual guide to exaggerating the right feature for personality
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$18 FREECartoon Dog Expression Sheet
One reference face isn't enough. This sheet gives you a whole range of expressions to pull from.
- •16 ready-to-copy expressions, from happy and sleepy to shocked and confused
- •How to change just the eyes and mouth to completely change the mood
- •You'll never get stuck on a flat, lifeless face again
- •A quick guide to picking the right expression for the dog's real personality
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$22 FREEThe Polished Finish Cheat Sheet
Six quick checks that take a cartoon from good to genuinely professional-looking.
- •6 side-by-side comparisons showing exactly what a polished result looks like
- •How proportion, pose, and clean lines add up to a confident finished piece
- •You'll know exactly what to look for before you call a drawing done
- •A quick checklist to run through on every piece you finish
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A new breed to draw each day for a full week, using the same system you already know.
- •A new breed to draw each day for a full week
- •Covers different coats, ear types, and face shapes
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Got More Questions? I Got You:
I've never drawn anything before. Is this course for me?
Yes. This course was designed specifically for beginners. You don't need any prior drawing experience. Every step is shown clearly so you can follow along and finish your cartoon start to finish.
Do I need to be "artistic" or have natural talent?
Not at all. The technique is built from a repeatable shape system, not natural talent or a steady hand. Just follow the shapes in order. If you can hold a pencil, you can draw this.
Will any brand of colored pencils or markers work?
Yes. Any brand works, you don't need a specific or expensive set to get started. The course recommends a few affordable options, but your existing supplies will work just fine.
What materials do I need, and are they expensive?
No, they're simple, affordable, and easy to find online or at any art store. All you need is a small set of markers, a couple of pencils, and paper. You can get everything for around $30, and if you already have basic drawing supplies, it'll cost even less.
Will I only learn to draw my own dog?
No. You'll finish a cartoon of your own dog, and you'll also learn the shape system that works on almost any breed: different ears, different snouts, different coats. The goal is one finished cartoon plus a skill you can use on every dog after that.
Is this course suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, it's built for beginners first. The whole point of the shape system is that it sidesteps the hardest part of drawing a recognizable dog (getting proportions right) and replaces it with something more intuitive and forgiving. Students who have never drawn before finish cartoons they're proud of.
I'm 60+, can I do this?
Yes, absolutely. Many students pick up drawing for the first time in their 50s, 60s, and 70s, and finish their cartoons with pride. The technique is gentle, the pace is yours, and the steps are clear. If you can hold a pencil, you can do this.
Is this forgiving if my lines aren't perfect?
Very. You can clean up rough lines, erase, and adjust as you go. The course shows you exactly how. Some of the best details in a cartoon come from happy accidents along the way.
I don't have much free time. Is that a problem?
Not at all. The lessons are short and focused. You can complete your cartoon over a weekend or take your time and spread it out over a few sessions.
When does the course start?
Right away. The moment you sign up, you get instant access to all the lessons. No waiting, no scheduled start date.
How long do I have access to the course?
Forever. Once you enroll, you have lifetime access to everything. You can rewatch any lesson as many times as you want, from any device.
Is this a one-time payment?
Yes. This is a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, no recurring charges. You pay once and the course is yours forever.
What happens after I buy?
You will receive an email with simple instructions on how to access the course. From there, you can start the first lesson right away.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. You're covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee. If it's not for you, just reach out and you'll get a full refund. No questions asked.
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