How to Draw a Clown
When you learn how to draw a clown, you will be able to create new beautiful drawings on the theme of circus performances. This is an interesting topic for drawing, because the circus is very popular among adults and kids.
In this simple clown drawing lesson, you will once again practice drawing a human figure, so the lesson will be useful for all novice artists.
Table of Contents
- Basic information
- Steps on how to draw a clown
- Additional content
- Improve your artistic skills
- Conclusion
Basic Information on How to Draw a Clown
The instructions on how to draw a clown include nine easy steps. Drawing a clown has its own characteristics that help convey his character and mood. Here are some of them:
- Bright colors: Clowns usually dress in bright and bold colors such as red, blue, yellow, and green. Use bright colors or colored pencils to highlight the brightness and fun of the clown.
- Large eyes: A clown’s eyes are often depicted as large and expressive. They can be painted in different colors or have unusual shapes to give them a comical appearance.
- Smile: Smiling is a key characteristic of a clown. Draw a wide and bright smile that covers his entire facial mask. You can add teeth or make the smile uneven to add even more character.
- Accessories: Clowns typically wear various accessories such as hats, masks, balloons or colored wigs. Use them to give your clown extra personality and style.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different drawing styles and techniques to create your own unique interpretation of the clown. It is important to maintain a cheerful and bright mood in your drawing to convey the atmosphere of the clown show.
Materials
- Pencil
- Paper
- Eraser
- Coloring supplies
Steps on How to Draw a Clown
Time needed: 30 minutes
How to Draw a Clown
- Draw the head and torso.
Begin by sketching a basic oval shape. This will serve as the foundation for the clown’s head. Make sure it’s centered and upright to ensure proportionality in later steps.
- Add facial features.
Draw two small circles for the eyes and a larger, exaggerated smiling mouth. Above the smile, add a rounded, upward curve for the nose, placing it centrally.
- Depict the rest of the elements on the head.
Draw fluffy, curly hair on both sides of the clown’s head. It should look voluminous and playful, capturing the clown’s jolly essence.
- Sketch out the arms.
Draw the hands of a clown. We decided to illustrate a strange pose in which the clown sways from side to side. In this case, the arms need to be drawn as ovals lateral to the body.
- Depict the shoes.
Draw the clown’s oversized, rounded shoes, capturing that classic comedic appearance. Make sure to emphasize their exaggerated shape for a playful look.
- Add the collar and outline of the legs.
Let’s work a little with the torso of our character. Draw the outline of the lace collar and divide the lower part of the torso with a vertical line.
- Draw the rest of the clothes.
Add more details to the clown’s clothing, such as buttons, pockets, and seams. These little touches add depth and character to the clown.
- Add details.
Embellish the clown’s jumpsuit with large, round polka dots. This pattern enhances the clown’s jovial and vibrant look.
- Color the clown.
Finally, add life to your clown with vibrant colors. Use bright reds, yellows, and blues, and don’t forget to color the cheeks with a rosy hue for that cheerful clown appearance.
Additional Content
You can now download a PDF file that contains all the useful information about this step-by-step guide. Save the PDF to your device and use it any time you want to go back to the lesson and draw the clown again.
Improve Your Artistic Skills
I suggest you make a few more artworks using the principles of drawing a clown that are shown in this instruction.
For example, come up with a different makeup, change the shape of the wig, or paint the stage costume differently. Use different bright colors in your work so that the clown in your drawing looks very attractive and evokes pleasant emotions.
You can also show your imagination and add an environment for the clown. Remember your last visits to the circus and try to depict the interior of the circus in your drawing.
Conclusion
I hope that you have patiently completed all the steps in this instruction and are now ready to evaluate the result of the work. Share your opinion about this drawing lesson, because I always read your reviews with interest.
