How to Draw a Scary Monster
Welcome! In this drawing lesson, we're all about the thrill and excitement of drawing a scary monster. Get ready for a fun journey as we break down the process step-by-step. We'll start with basic shapes and outlines, paving the way for vibrant colors and textures. You’ll learn how elements like big eyes, bushy eyebrows, and massive claws come together, culminating with an awesome morning star weapon, definitely an interesting twist!
Throughout this lesson, I’ll take you through each crucial part. From the fluffy head silhouette down your monster's long feet, we’ll get it all down on paper. Expect clear instructions that inspire confidence as you create your creepy creation! Plus, I’ve chosen a color palette that packs a punch: black, yellow, green, and more, to enhance the monstrous feel. So let’s get those pencils moving and bring your scary monster to life!
Estimated Time: 60 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Ruler (is helpful)
Lesson: How to Draw a Scary Monster
Get ready for an exciting drawing adventure as we learn how-to-draw a scary monster! This lesson features a total of 18 instructional steps that break down the process from basic shapes and outlines all the way through adding those eye-popp’n colors. We’ll focus on key elements like the monster's three creepy eyes, thick bush eyebrows, and even a morning star weapon that’ll take your art game up a notch. If you’re looking for a fun way that builds confidence and skills, keep scrolling down...
Draw the Eyes
Start by drawing three oval eyes for the scary monster.
Add the Brow
Add the monster’s thick, bushy eyebrow.
Outline the Mouth
Outline the monster’s frowning mouth.
Draw the Fangs
Draw the monster’s pointy fangs sticking out of its mouth. Make sure to erase overlapping lines.
Add the Teeth
Add a zigzag line to form the teeth.
Form the Head
Form the furry outline of the scary monster’s head.
Attach the Horns
Attach the monster’s big, curling horns to its head. Then, add short, curving lines to create the rough texture of its horns.
Draw a Handle
Let’s start drawing the scary monster’s weapon, a morning star, by making a long rod-like handle. You can use a ruler to help you straighten your lines.
Outline the Weapon’s Head
Outline the head of the morning star by creating a circle.
Attach the Spikes
Attach triangular spiles all over the head of the morning star.
Form the Hands
Form the scary monster’s big hands holding the handle of its weapon.
Draw the Arms
Draw the monster’s large, curving arms.
Outline the Body
Outline the monster’s body filled with thick fur.
Add the Feet
Add the monster’s long feet beneath its body.
Color the Eyes and Mouth
Use black and white to shade the monster’s eyes. Next, color the fangs and teeth with white. Then, use black to fill in the inside of its mouth.
Shade the Horns
Shade the monster’s horns with yellow.
Fill in the Body
Fill in the scary monster’s body with shades of green.
Add Color to the Weapon
Color the handle with brown. Next, shade the rounded head of the weapon with light gray. Then, fill in the spikes with dark gray.
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