How to Draw the Grinch Face
Get ready for an exciting drawing lesson on how to draw the face of The Grinch! In this session, we’ll break down every step, from forming basic shapes and outlines up until those important finishing touches. If you’ve ever wanted your own version of this iconic holiday character, you’re about to draw it!
We’ll focus on using simple materials, just paper, pencil, and your favorite coloring tools. We’ll highlight essential features, including those mischievous eyebrows, expressive eyes, and of course, that festive Santa hat that sets the Grinch apart. With clear instructions and accessible techniques, you’ll feel confident expressing your creativity. By the end of this lesson, you’ll have your very own colorful take on the Grinch that you can show off with pride! (But not too much y'all...it's Christmastime)
Estimated Time: 50 minutes
Level: Intermediate
Materials
- Blank Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons or Colored Pencils
Lesson: How to Draw the Grinch Face
In this drawing lesson, we’ll break down how you can create an epic illustration of the Grinch's face step by step. You’ll learn how shapes come together, and we’ll focus on key features, those wild eyebrows, those expressive eyes, and of course, that iconic Santa hat. With just some basic materials, paper, pencil, and your favorite crayons or colored pencils, you’ll be bringing this holiday character back from Whoville. Let’s get started and add some holiday cheer!
Form the Left Brow
Form the Grinch’s left eyebrow by creating a pointy, tapering shape.
Draw the Right Brow
Draw the thick bushy right eyebrow.
Outline the Eyes
Outline the Grinch’s eyes by creating a curved line below each eyebrow.
Add the Pupils
Add small circular pupils.
Form the Nose
Form the bumpy outline of the Grinch’s nose. Then, add the nose scrunches by creating two curving lines.
Outline the Brow Creases
Outline the brow creases by drawing curved lines above the Grinch’s brows.
Draw the Mouth
Draw the Grinch’s wide smile as shown. Next, add a short, curved line to outline the lower lip.
Form the Head
Form the furry outline of Grinch’s head.
Outline the Base of the Santa Hat
Create the bumpy outline of the base of the Santa hat.
Draw the Body of the Santa Hat
Draw the shape of the Santa hat similar to the illustration.
Attach the Tip of the Hat
Attach the fluffy tip of the hat.
Color the Eyes
Color the eyes with yellow, and the pupils with black. Next, fill in the eyebrows with dark gray.
Shade the Skin
Shade the Grinch's furry skin with light green.
Fill in the Base and Tip of the Santa Hat
Use an off white color to shade the base and tip of the Santa hat.
Add Color to the Santa Hat
Color the body of the Santa hat with red.
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