Learn how to draw a friendly cartoon witch with a tall hat, flowing dress, and magic staff. This easy drawing tutorial helps beginners practice clothing, curls, and a balanced standing pose.
What You Will Need
- Drawing paper
- Pencil and eraser
- Black marker or colored pencils
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Time needed:
17 minutes.
Step-by-Step Drawing Guide
Step 1: Draw the Witch Hat
Draw a tall hat with a bent pointed tip and an uneven cone. Add a wide curved brim with a second line along its lower edge.
Pro Tip: Make the brim wide enough to extend beyond the future hair.
Step 2: Add the Hair and Ears
Draw a center part beneath the brim and add a small ear on each side. Extend wavy hair downward, finishing one side with a spiral curl.
Pro Tip: Use different curl shapes on each side for a lively hairstyle.
Step 3: Draw the Face
Connect the hair with a rounded jawline. Add two oval eyes with lashes, a tiny dot nose, and a small curved smile.
Pro Tip: Keep the facial features compact and centered beneath the hat.
Step 4: Add the Dress
Draw a small collar, short puffed sleeves, and a fitted top beneath the head. Extend both sides into a long flared skirt with a gently wavy hem.
Pro Tip: Widen the skirt gradually from the waist to the floor.
Step 5: Draw the Arms and Staff
Add one raised arm with a mitten-like hand and one bent arm reaching sideways. Place a long rounded staff through the lower hand on the left.
Pro Tip: Draw the hand over the staff so the grip looks convincing.
Step 6: Finish the Cape and Feet
Draw two pointed cape sections flowing behind the dress. Add two short legs and small rounded shoes beneath the hem.
Pro Tip: Show only enough of the feet to make the standing pose clear.
Step 7: Color in your drawing!
Fun Facts
- Pointed hats became a familiar symbol for witches in European art and stories.
- A wide skirt creates a stable triangular shape for a standing character.
- Staffs and wands are common magical tools in fantasy tales.
Pin it now, Draw later!
Erase hidden guides, darken the outline, and color the hat, cape, and dress in bold contrasting shades. Your cartoon witch is complete, so try adding stars, a moon, or a bubbling cauldron.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the hat look floppy?
Add one strong bend near the tip instead of drawing a straight cone.
Why does the staff look separate from the hand?
Erase the section hidden by the fingers so the hand clearly wraps around it.
Can I replace the staff with a broom?
Yes, keep the same long handle and add a bundle of bristles at the bottom.
