How to Draw a Leprechaun

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Draw a stick figure.

   This will serve as the base pose for your Leprechaun. , Remember that leprechauns are small and almost elf-like in nature—try to depict that in your proportions. , Remember that leprechauns usually have a beard and elf-like ears. , Draw the body as shown. , Make sure to erase all of your guidelines. , Add in a pot of gold and a rainbow if desired. , Draw a circle in the center of the page.
   
   Inside the circle, draw two perpendicular lines—one going vertically and one going horizontally.
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   Step 2: Sketch shapes (as shown) and then add guidelines.

   Add a truncated cone on top of the circle.
   
   This will be the hat. , It should connect with the bottom of the hat.
   
   This will be the beard.
   
   Then, on each upper side of the semicircle draw a small pointy arch shape. , This will be the body. , Position them as if the leprechaun is showing you something. , To draw, draw a circle with a ring around it.
   
   You can also add handles if you wish. , This will make the pants. ,,,,
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   Step 3: Sketch in the facial features.

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   Step 4: Sketch green clothes and hat and a pipe.

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   Step 5: Outline the whole image in permanent media (like ink or paint).

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   Step 6: Color your illustration and you're done!

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   Step 7: Start by sketching the head.

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   Step 8: Draw a flat oval on top of the head.

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   Step 9: Draw a semicircle under the head.

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    Step 10: Draw a circle with no top under the head.

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    Step 11: Sketch arms and hands.

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    Step 12: Sketch a small pot in the right arm.

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    Step 13: Draw a "U" with a square bottom below the body.

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    Step 14: Sketch the legs and feet.

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    Step 15: Outline the shape and add details.

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    Step 16: Erase the sketch lines.

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    Step 17: Color the drawing!

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