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At the latest when Halloween is around the corner again, the wrinkled ladies with their funny flying machines are not far away! Here you will learn step by step to draw such a witch on her broom. With the help of the detailed instructions, you will also succeed in such a complex drawing.

You will need colored pencils, a hard pen with an eraser and a black eraser-proof drawing pen.

Welcome to our enchanting tutorial on how to draw a witch in just seven easy steps! This guide is specially designed for children and beginners, making it ideal for those aged 5 and up. You’ll learn how to transform simple shapes into a magical witch, using basic drawing techniques and a touch of imagination.

Throughout this tutorial, you’ll explore the fun of sketching with a pencil and coloring with vibrant hues. Whether you’re a young artist or an adult just starting out, this step-by-step guide will help you create a spellbinding illustration. Let’s get started and unleash your creativity!

What You Will Need

2B and HB pencils for sketching outlines
A soft eraser for correcting mistakes
Colored pencils: red-pink, purple, gray, dark gray, green
A4 drawing paper, smooth texture recommended
Fine-tipped black marker for tracing contours
A template for guidance, if available

Difficulty
Easy – suitable for children ages 8 and up

Time needed
Approximately 15 to 20 minutes

Witch drawing - Step by Step

Step 1: Head and hat

Start your witch drawing by creating her head and hat. Begin with an HB pencil to sketch a simple circle for the head, ensuring it’s centered on your paper. Then, outline the contours of her pointy hat, letting it sit snugly on top of the circle. Tip: Light strokes will help you easily adjust the shape as needed.

Witch drawing - template

Step 2: The broom!

Next, draw the broom, a central accessory for any witch. Position it just below the head, angling it slightly for a dynamic look. Use the template to maintain correct proportions and spacing. The broom can be sketched as a long, thin rectangle with bristles at the end.

Witch drawing - Step by Step Guide

Step 3: Face and arms

Now, add facial features and arms. Give your witch a distinctive nose and chin with gentle curves. Sketch outstretched arms using circles to mark the positions of elbows and shoulders. Connect these circles with smooth lines to form the arms, and detail the hands gripping the broomstick.

How to Draw a Witch - Step by Step

Step 4: Legs and scarf

It’s time to sketch her legs and scarf. Draw bent legs as if she’s sitting, using circles for knees and ankles. Tapered triangles can represent her shoes, pointing downwards. Don’t forget to draw her scarf flowing in the wind with a curvy line for a whimsical touch.

Witch drawing - Step by Step

Step 5: Upper body and dress

Enhance your witch’s appearance by adding the upper body and dress. Sketch her skirt, following the template for guidance. Ensure the dress flows naturally from the waist, incorporating a sense of movement as if she’s flying through the sky.

Witch drawing - Step by Step

Step 6: Permanent contours

With the main features in place, refine your drawing by making permanent contours. Use a fine-tipped black marker to carefully trace over the lines you want to keep. Pay special attention to the hat, scarf, dress, shoes, and face, adding texture to the broom. Important: Avoid marking the middle of the broomstick so you can erase any excess lines later.

How to Draw a Witch - Step by Step

Step 7: Guides

Now it’s time to tidy up your sketch. Use a soft eraser to gently remove the guide lines, leaving behind only your finalized contours. This step helps clean up the drawing, highlighting the details you’ve worked hard to create.

Witch drawing - Step by Step

Step 8: Coloring

Bring your witch to life with color! Use colored pencils to add hues to her hair, robe, socks, scarf, and skin. The template suggests gray hair, a dark gray robe, red-pink striped socks, and a purple scarf, with greenish skin. Feel free to personalize these colors to suit your artistic vision!

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Your Witch Drawing Is Complete!

Congratulations on completing your witch drawing! We hope you enjoyed the process and learned some new skills along the way. Remember, practice makes perfect, and every drawing is a step closer to becoming a great artist. If you enjoyed this tutorial, be sure to check out our other fun drawing guides, like how to draw a ghost or a pumpkin, to continue your artistic journey!