A scarecrow is a figure made to resemble a human being used to scare birds away from crops. It is an important tool for farmers to protect their crops from birds. Drawing a scarecrow is a fun and easy activity that anyone can do. In this article, we will guide you step by step on how to draw a scarecrow.
Gather Your Materials
Before starting, you will need to gather some materials. You will need a pencil, eraser, paper, and some colors. You can use any colors you like for your scarecrow.
Draw the Basic Shape
First, draw a rectangle for the body of the scarecrow. Then, add a triangle on top for the head. Add two lines for the arms and two lines for the legs.
Add the Details
Next, add the details to your scarecrow. Draw a hat on top of the head. Draw a shirt and pants on the body. Add a belt and some shoes on the legs. Draw some patches on the shirt and pants to make it look more realistic.
Add the Face
Now, it's time to add the face to your scarecrow. Draw two circles for the eyes and a triangle for the nose. Add a smile to the face to make it look friendly.
Add the Details to the Hat
Draw some lines on the hat to make it look like straw. Add a ribbon or a flower to the hat for decoration.
Add the Details to the Shirt
Draw some buttons on the shirt and some lines to make it look like a plaid shirt. Add some patches to the shirt to make it look more realistic.
Add the Details to the Pants
Draw some lines on the pants to make it look like denim. Add some patches to the pants to make it look more realistic.
Add the Scarecrow's Accessories
Finally, add some accessories to your scarecrow. Draw a pitchfork or a rake in its hand. Add a crow or a bird sitting on its shoulder.
Color Your Scarecrow
Now that you're done with the sketch, it's time to color your scarecrow. You can use any colors you like. Use brown or yellow for the straw hat and patches on the shirt and pants. Use green and brown for the pitchfork or the rake. Use black for the eyes and the crow or bird.
Conclusion
Congratulations, you have successfully drawn a scarecrow. It's a fun and easy activity that anyone can enjoy. Remember to use your creativity when drawing and coloring your scarecrow. You can use it as a decoration for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Happy drawing!