How to Draw Scary Pumpkin Faces

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By In The Playroom

With the Autumn or Fall season comes the fun and spooky season of Halloween! One of the best ways to get into the Halloween spirit is by drawing scary pumpkin faces. This activity is perfect for kids of all ages and can be a great addition to your Halloween decorations. 

Today, we’ll guide you through the steps to create your very own scary pumpkin face. No need for carving knives or large holes – just grab your drawing supplies and let’s get started!

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Get into the spooky spirit with this fun and easy pumpkin drawing activity for kids! Perfect for Halloween decorations, this step-by-step guide will help you create scary pumpkin faces that are sure to delight and fright, just like a classic jack-o lantern. 

On to the easy pumpkin drawing ideas….

How to Draw a Spooky Jack o Lantern Pumpkin Face
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How to Draw a Spooky Jack o Lantern Pumpkin Face

Unleash your creativity this Halloween with our easy and fun scary pumpkin drawing tutorial for kids! Perfect for adding a spooky touch to your decorations, this step-by-step guide is a great way for the whole family to get into the Halloween spirit.

Materials

  • White drawing paper
  • Pencils and erasers
  • Colored pencils or markers (orange, brown, black, yellow)
  • Felt-tip pen (optional for outlining)

Instructions

  1. Drawing the Top of the Pumpkin:
    Start by drawing bumpy lines to create the top of the pumpkin. This gives it a natural and uneven look, making it more realistic.
  2. Creating the Bottom:
    Next, draw the bottom of the pumpkin with similar bumpy lines. Try to make it symmetrical with the top for a balanced look.
  3. Connecting the Top and Bottom:
    Connect the top and bottom with a curved line on each side. This will form the whole pumpkin shape.
  4. Adding the Stem:
    Draw the stem at the top of the pumpkin. You can make it crooked or bent to add more character to your scary pumpkin face.
  5. Drawing the Eyes:
    Now, let's give our pumpkin a scary look by drawing creepy-shaped eyes. The eyes are crucial for making the pumpkin look sinister. Think of sharp, angled shapes.
  6. Adding the Nose:
    Draw a small triangle for the nose. This is a classic feature of pumpkin faces.
  7. Creating the Mouth:
    For the mouth, draw a wide, creepy smile with sharp teeth. The classic toothy grin is a simple trick to give your pumpkin a scary expression.
  8. Coloring In:
    Color the pumpkin with orange, using darker shades or brown for shadow areas to add depth.
    Color the stem with brown and black to give it a realistic texture.
    Use yellow to color in the eyes, making them look like they're glowing from the inside.
  9. Your creepy pumpkin is ready! What do you think of the end result?

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Watch Our Step-by-Step Video

For a visual guide on how to draw scary pumpkin faces, check out our step-by-step video tutorial. Watch as we bring our pumpkin to life with easy-to-follow instructions. Happy drawing!

Extra Tips:

  • Feel free to add your own creative ideas to your pumpkin drawing. Use different colors for unique designs or add additional facial features for extra spookiness, if you don’t want an orange pumpkin you can use whatever colors you prefer! 
  • Smaller pumpkins can be drawn beside the main pumpkin for a haunted house or front porch scene.
  • This is a great activity for the whole family, sparking creativity and bringing everyone together.
drawing of a spooky pumpkin face

More Halloween Pumpkin Drawing Ideas

Drawing scary pumpkin faces isn’t the only fun Halloween activity. Here are some more creative ideas:

  • Different Pumpkin Designs: Try out different shapes and patterns for your pumpkins.
  • Mini Pumpkins: Draw mini pumpkins with varying expressions to create a spooky pumpkin patch.
  • Haunted House Scene: Incorporate your pumpkin drawings into a larger haunted house scene for a complete Halloween decoration.
  • Tea Light Effects: Use yellow and orange shades to simulate a tea light glow inside the pumpkin.

Remember, the best part of this activity is letting your creative juices flow and having fun with your Halloween pumpkin drawings. Whether you’re a first-time artist or a seasoned pro, drawing scary pumpkin faces is a great way to celebrate the spooky season. So grab your pencils and get drawing – your perfect pumpkin is just a few strokes away!

scary pumpkin face drawing

Happy Halloween and have fun drawing your scary faces

More Halloween Crafts and Activities for Kids

Halloween is the perfect time to get creative with your kids! From spooky decorations to fun crafts, there are endless ways and great ideas to celebrate the season. Here are some more exciting Halloween activities and spooky ideas that your kids will love.

Make a DIY Wipe clean drawing board for kids to keep practising drawing on the go.

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Looking for more fun and easy drawing tutorials for your kids? Our collection of step-by-step guides will help your little artists create wonderful and spooky masterpieces. Whether it’s Halloween-themed or everyday fun, we’ve got plenty of ideas to keep them entertained and creative.

If you enjoyed this pumpkin drawing tutorial, please share this blog post with your friends and family or pin to your Pinterest board. Help us spread the Halloween fun and inspire more kids to get creative this spooky season!

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