How to Draw a Witch

In this drawing lesson, you’ll learn how how to draw a witch. Everything will be broken down step-by-step, so you feel confident as we outline the shapes and add the fun little touches that create your witch character drawing... you know... with her striking face, quirky hair, and colorful outfit while she's riding her broomstick!
We’ll be using a Halloween palette of colors like light green for her skin and bold purple for her dress, with fun accents that really make her personality shine. Each part of the witch will be emphasized through our guided approach. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have a fully illustrated witch ready for Halloween or any spooky occasion! Let’s get started and remember to have fun!
Estimated Time: 70 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Materials
- Pencil
- Drawing Paper
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
- Black Marker (optional)
- Ruler (optional but helpful)
Lesson: How to Draw a Witch
In this drawing lesson, you'll learn how with just 21 simple steps you can create a wickedly cool witch using basic shapes and vibrant colors like light green, purple, and orange. From her enchanting face with a tooth peeking out, down through her classic hat, dress, and broomstick. Each section is easy and approachable. Get your pencils ready and let’s bring this character of the night onto your page! Keep scrolling for the full breakdown so you can create your witch drawing in no time!
Outline the Face

First, outline the pointed shape of the witch’s face
Draw the Eyes

Draw two circles for the eyes. Then, add the witch’s thick eyebrows.
Add the Nose

Add the witch’s big, pointed nose. Make sure to erase any overlapping lines.
Form the Mouth

Form the curved outline of the mouth. Then, attach a tooth sticking out from the mouth.
Attach the Ear

Attach the pointed shape of the ear.
Outline the Base of the Hat

Draw the long, pointy outline of the witch’s hat.
Draw the Body of the Hat

Outline the curving, pointy body of the witch hat. Then, add the band of the hat.
Attach the Neck

Draw two short lines to attach the witch’s neck.
Outline the Dress

Outline the witch’s dress.
Draw a Broomstick Handle

Draw a thin, long broomstick handle beneath the witch’s dress. Use a ruler to help you straighten your lines.
Add the Broom

Add the broom attached to the handle.
Attach the Sleeves

Attach the long sleeves of the witch’s dress.
Form the Hands

Form her hands holding the broomstick.
Outline the Hair

Outline the witch’s long, fluffy hair.
Draw the Underside of the Hat

Draw the underside of the witch’s hat by creating a curved line.
Add the Legs

Add the witch’s legs by drawing three curving lines.
Form the Shoes

Form the witch’s long, curling shoes.
Color the Skin

Color the witch’s skin with light green. Now, fill in the eyes with black. Then, color the tooth with white.
Fill in the Hair and Brows

Fill in the witch’s hair and eyebrows with orange.
Add Color to the Hat, Dress and Shoes

Use orange to color the band on the witch hat. Next, shade the hat and dress with purple. Then, fill in the shoes with a very dark shade of purple.
Shade the Broomstick

Shade the handle of the broomstick with brown. Then, color the broom with orange and yellow.

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