Do you like drawing funny characters? This tutorial on how to draw a witch will be fun and simple for you.

Learn How to Draw a Witch Step by Step

About This Drawing Tutorial

Witches are iconic characters, especially around Halloween! In this step-by-step drawing lesson, you’ll learn how to draw a classic cartoon witch flying on her broomstick. With her crooked nose, pointy hat, and flowing cloak, this witch is full of personality and motion — perfect for kids, beginners, or anyone who loves magical characters.

This tutorial breaks down the process into 10 easy-to-follow steps, helping you draw each part of the witch with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re drawing for a Halloween project, a themed art class, or just for fun — this guide is made for you.

Some Interesting Facts about Witches

Witches have captivated imaginations for centuries. From ancient folklore to modern cartoons, they’re portrayed in many ways — sometimes scary, sometimes wise, and often magical. Historically, the idea of witches dates back to ancient civilizations where people believed in women (and men) with mystical powers who could control nature, brew potions, or communicate with spirits.

In medieval Europe, witches were feared — often accused of causing misfortune through curses or spells. These times led to dark chapters like the Salem witch trials in colonial America. But as time passed, the image of witches shifted. Today, witches are a symbol of mystery, independence, and enchantment. Whether it’s the Wicked Witch of the West or Hermione Granger, witches continue to inspire stories, costumes, and creativity.

Witches are usually shown wearing:

A tall, pointy hat
A long cloak or dress
Riding a broomstick
With a crooked nose or a magical staff
And sometimes a black cat as a companion

This drawing lesson captures the fun, cartoonish version of a witch — playful, classic, and full of Halloween charm. Perfect for kids and young artists, she’s flying through the sky on her broom, ready to sprinkle a little spooky magic!

What You’ll Need to Get Started

Before you begin, gather your drawing materials. You don’t need anything fancy — just a few basic tools:

A pencil (HB or 2B is fine)
An eraser
A black pen or fine-liner for tracing
Colored pencils, crayons, or markers for coloring
Drawing paper or a sketchbook

Optional: A ruler for straight broomstick lines and a light blue pencil for sketching guidelines.

🧙‍♀️ Who Is This Lesson For?

Anyone who wants to learn character drawing in a fun way!
Kids (ages 6+)
Beginner artists
Halloween fans
Teachers and parents looking for themed activities

Time needed: 25 minutes

How to Draw a Witch

Outline the Head
Start by sketching the basic shape of the witch’s head in a side view. It’s almost a curved rectangle with a slight chin. Then, draw a small, round eye near the center of the head. Keep the lines soft and light, as this is the foundation for the facial features.
Detail the Face
Now it’s time to give the witch her classic personality! Draw a long, curved nose that sticks out from her face — make it a little pointy. Below the nose, add a wide, mischievous smile. You can also outline a small bump to indicate her upper lip.
Draw the Hair
Sketch the witch’s wild, pointy hair that flares out behind her head. The hair looks a bit jagged and windswept, adding to the sense that she’s flying fast through the night sky.
Add the Hat and Cloak
It’s not a witch without her hat! Draw a tall, pointed witch hat on top of her head with a wide brim that curves around. Then, draw the long, dramatic shape of her cloak that flows backward. This cloak will form the body of the character, adding a great sense of movement.
Draw the Sleeves
Next, sketch both of the witch’s arms coming down from beneath the cloak. These will be her sleeves, slightly bent at the elbows, as she grips her broomstick.
Draw the Hands and Bracelet
Now add the witch’s hands at the bottom of the sleeves. Her fingers should curl around the invisible broomstick for now. You can also draw a simple bracelet on her wrist — just a small band to add some character and magical flair.
Add the Skirt
Time to draw the bottom of her outfit. Sketch a jagged, wind-blown skirt underneath the cloak. This adds texture and style to her flying silhouette.
Draw the Broom Handle and Boots
Draw a long, straight broomstick running horizontally through both hands — this is what she’s flying on! Then, beneath the skirt, sketch both of the witch’s legs and her classic pointy shoes.
Draw the Broom’s Straw
On the right side of the broomstick, draw the broom’s tail. Use long, slightly curved lines to represent the straw bristles, fanning out like a brush. Don’t forget to add the band tying the broom together.
Trace and Color the Drawing
Use a black pen or marker to trace over your pencil lines for a clean final look. Once the ink is dry, erase the pencil marks. Now color your witch — try classic Halloween shades like green skin, a black cloak, dark boots, and a yellow broom. You can even get creative with purple or red accents!

Awesome job — you did it! By following these 10 simple steps, you turned basic shapes into a lively flying witch, complete with her trusty broom and signature witchy style.

But don’t stop here! Let’s take your creativity further:

Add Background & Details

Draw a full moon in the background
Add stars, bats, or clouds
Sketch a haunted house below her
Give her a pet cat riding along!

Customize Your Witch

Make your witch unique:

Change her hair or dress color
Give her a different hat style
Add accessories like a wand, magic sparkles, or a book of spells
Let her hold a pumpkin or fly past a group of ghosts!

Practice Makes Progress

If you liked drawing this witch, try other Halloween characters like:

You can even create a Halloween storybook with your characters. The more you draw, the better your imagination and drawing skills become!

Let me know if you’d like a matching worksheet, coloring page, or printable version for classroom or homeschool use!

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