Ever looked at a sunflower and thought, “I wish I could draw something that joyful”?
Well, today’s your lucky day, because I’m going to walk you through exactly how to draw a sunflower —a super cute one, with a happy little face and all the cheerful vibes you need.
I remember the first time I tried drawing a sunflower. I was sitting on my balcony with a sketchbook, a cup of coffee, and not much confidence. But with just a few simple steps, something magical happened on that page—what started as a basic circle turned into a blooming little buddy smiling back at me. 🌻
That moment made me realize: drawing doesn’t have to be complicated to be rewarding. Sometimes, all it takes is a calm space, a few simple shapes, and a bit of encouragement.
So if you’ve ever felt intimidated by drawing flowers (or anything, really), I’ve been there. This tutorial was made with you in mind.
Whether you’re journaling, decorating a planner, or just doodling for fun—this sunflower is your perfect beginner-friendly project!
Step 1: Draw the Center of the Sunflower
Let’s start with a simple circle right in the middle of your page—this will be the sunflower’s face! Try to make it nice and round, as it will hold the cheerful expression later on.
Don’t worry if it’s not perfect—flowers love a bit of uniqueness!
Step 2: Add the First Petals
Now let’s bring this sunflower to life! Start drawing a few rounded petals around the top-right edge of the circle.
Think of soft, upside-down teardrops gently hugging the center. These are just the first few—more are on the way!
Step 3: Complete the Petals
Time to finish our sunny petals! Continue drawing the same rounded petal shapes all around the circle until they form a full flower.
Make them nice and even, but don’t stress if they’re not identical—nature loves a bit of variety!
Step 4: Give Your Sunflower a Happy Face
Let’s add a little charm! Draw two small ovals for the eyes and a curved line for a smiling mouth right in the center of the circle.
Your sunflower just came to life with a cheerful expression—so cute, right?
Step 5: Draw the Stem
Let’s give our happy sunflower something to stand on! Draw two slightly curved lines going downward from the bottom of the circle.
These lines will form the stem—make it tall and strong so your flower can stand proud!
Step 6: Add the Leaves
Let’s give our sunflower some leafy arms! Draw two large leaf shapes on each side of the stem—they should look like pointed ovals.
Make sure they curve slightly outward to keep that fun, lively feel. Your flower is looking more and more complete!
Step 7: Add Cute Extras
Let’s make this sunflower shine! Add fun little details like sparkles, stars, or even a heart around your flower.
These extra touches bring personality and charm—like the sunflower is part of a happy little scene.
Feel free to get creative here!
Step 8: Add Color and Bring It to Life!
Time to brighten things up! Color the center a warm brown, the petals a cheerful yellow, and the stem and leaves a fresh green.
You can also add a blush to the cheeks and soft colors to your background details.
Now your adorable sunflower is complete—and totally sunshine-ready!
Want More Cute Drawing Ideas?
If you loved this sunflower drawing, I think you’ll have so much fun with these too:
🌼 How to Draw a Bee – Cute Bee Drawing Tutorial
🐸 How to Draw a Frog – Cute Frog Drawing
🐶 How to Draw a Dog – Cute Dog Drawing Tutorial
All of these were drawn by me, with love and a big dose of creativity. I believe anyone can draw cuteness—it just takes a guide and a bit of practice. 💛
You can also explore tons of inspiration on my Pinterest board, where I share even more step-by-step drawings, journaling doodles, and fun seasonal ideas.
Let’s Keep Drawing Together!
Drawing this sunflower might seem like a small thing, but trust me—it’s also a small win.
And sometimes, those small wins are just what we need to lift our mood or find a few peaceful minutes in the day.
So now I want to hear from you!
✨ Did you try this tutorial?
✨ What color did you choose for your sunflower?
✨ Tag me on Instagram @digitaldrawingideas and share your art!
Or leave a comment on Pinterest—I love seeing what you create.
Drawing isn’t just about lines—it’s about expression, joy, and connection.
And I’m so happy to be part of your creative journey.
