Introduction
Want to learn how to draw a jolly Santa Claus to get into the holiday spirit? Follow this easy step by step drawing guide to create your very own festive masterpiece!
Materials Needed
- Pencil
- Eraser
- Drawing paper
- Colored pencils or markers (optional)
Step 1: Draw the Face
Start by drawing a circle for Santa's face. Add two small circles for his eyes towards the top of the face, and a curved line for his smiling mouth at the bottom of the face.
Eyes
Draw two small circles inside each eye and shade them in to create pupils.
Nose
Add a small, rounded triangle for Santa's nose in the center of his face.
Step 2: Add the Beard and Hat
Draw a fluffy beard by adding a series of curved lines around the face. Next, draw a tall triangle shape on top of Santa's head for his hat.
Hat
Extend the triangle shape to create the brim of Santa's hat. Add a fluffy pom-pom at the end of the hat.
Step 3: Draw Santa's Suit
Add a wide belt across Santa's waist. Draw a rectangle shape below the belt for his suit. Add another rectangle shape below that for his pants.
Belt
Draw a square buckle in the center of Santa's belt and add diagonal lines on each side for detail.
Step 4: Add Details
Give Santa some rosy cheeks by adding two small circles on each side of his face. Add a pair of gloves by drawing two ovals on each hand. You can also add a bag of toys slung over Santa's shoulder for an extra festive touch.
Step 5: Color Your Drawing (Optional)
Now that you've drawn Santa Claus, you can use colored pencils or markers to add some color to your artwork. Use red and white for his suit, black for his boots, and flesh tones for his face.
Conclusion
Congratulations, you've successfully drawn a jolly Santa Claus! Now you can use your new drawing skills to create festive holiday cards, decorations, or gifts for your friends and family.
