Ever felt inspired to bring a blank-faced pumpkin to life with a gorgeous, beaming smile? You’ve come to the right place! Drawing a face on a pumpkin doesn’t have to be a daunting task, with some planning, a few supplies, and a wee bit of creativity, you can create a masterpiece that’ll be the talk of your neighborhood come Halloween.
The amazing feeling of satisfaction can’t be beaten when you start with a blank canvas and finish with a haunting, mouth-watering masterpiece. Ready to get creative? Follow the steps below and you’ll be proud of your creation in no time!
Step One: Preparation
Gather all the supplies you’ll need. Here’s a list of essential items:
- Pumpkin
- Pen or pencil
- Compass or curved object
- Markers, paints, or crayons
Now it’s time to pick your pumpkin! Spice up the pumpkin carving process this year and pick a warty, bumpy one. Keep Colorful Pumpkins to the side – we’ll come to that part later.
Step Two: Prepare the Surface
Time to get the pumpkin ready, so grab that compass or curved object. Place it near the top of the pumpkin and trace an arc around the upper part of the pumpkin to create a stunning smile.
This is a great time to get creative with the smile. Anything from a subtle grin to an outrageous overbite can work. After you’ve figured out your style, use the pencil or pen to carefully trace the contours.
Step Three: Draw the Eyes
It’s time to make the pumpkin look alive! Draw two wide, circular eyes with a marker, a few inches apart, about half way down your pumpkin’s face. For a more vibrant look try using different colors for the eyes and make them combine.
Now the fun part begins – decorating the eyes. Use the markers, pens, and paints to draw the eyes to life. Think eyelashes, smiley faces, stars – the possibilities are endless.
Step Four: Draw the Nose
Add a nose to your masterpiece; draw a slim triangle between the eyes. If you want a modern look, try this technique with a glittering paint or colorful markers to take your pumpkin tattoo to the next level.
Step Five: The Finishing Touches
Now for the final touches! For a spooky look try using black markers for the eyes, nose and a menacing frown instead of a smile. To lighten the mood use colorful markers to create a cheerful face with a red button nose, or wrap it a colorful scarf to give it a festive look.
No matter what you decide to do with your pumpkin, this Halloween you can be sure that your carving will be one-of-a-kind. So grab your supplies and get started!
Step Six: Color Blocking
The time for adding a bit of life and color to your masterpiece has come! Let your creativity shine here. Try picking a color your pumpkin and designing abstract shapes, or why not use a vibrant paint to splash across the whole face?
You could even color block section by section, painting a different color for each component of the face — the eyes, nose and smile — to create a unique and eye-catching style.
Step Seven: Decorating
It feels amazing to add the finishing touches to your masterpiece. Get creative and introduce different elements to the design. From glitter and sequins to feathers, glass paint and more. The possibilities are endless.
Now it’s time to set your creation in the spotlight so everyone can admire it. Place it in a well-lit spot – on your front porch, balcony or even your window – and enjoy the brilliant atmosphere of the countryside, twinkle lights and cozy decorations that can be only seen during the spooky season.
Step Eight: Have Fun
There’s no ‘right’ way or ‘wrong’ way to draw a face on your pumpkin. It’s all about having fun, experimenting with materials and styles, and creating a unique masterwork that you can be proud of. So have some fun and don’t be afraid to be creative!
