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From Eerie to Enchanting: 16 Halloween Drawing Ideas You Never Imagined

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Do you always wait till the last minute to decorate for the holidays? Me too. Use these drawing/art project ideas for all skill levels to enlist your kids' help for creating some holiday magic… even toward the home stretch!

If you're feeling creative, you can get in on the fun too.

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Mystical Haunted Mansion 

It would take a whole lot of effort and special effects to make your house as spooky as this one. It looks straight out of a movie set! Draw it instead and save yourself some time and expense.

Hand-drawn mystical haunted mansion in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 1
Hand-drawn mystical haunted mansion in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2
Hand-drawn mystical haunted mansion in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 3

Enchanted Jack-O’-Lanterns 

Would you rather draw a pumpkin than carve one? These designs may inspire you to do just that.

Hand-drawn enchanted jack-o'-lanterns in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view — study 1
Hand-drawn enchanted jack-o'-lanterns in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 2

Ghostly Forest Spirits 

These drawings might be a little too creepy for the littles. But older kids may enjoy putting their own spin on this haunted forest motif.

Hand-drawn ghostly forest spirits in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that shows — study 1
Hand-drawn ghostly forest spirits in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 2
Hand-drawn ghostly forest spirits in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 3

Bewitching Witch’s Brew 

Have your kiddos draw this one with some ingredients they can see at their drawing station. It will be even more fun to see things they already have floating in the cauldron!

Hand-drawn bewitching witch's brew in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 1
Hand-drawn bewitching witch's brew in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 2
Hand-drawn bewitching witch's brew in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 3

Dark and Dreamy Moonlit Graveyard 

The Graveyard design, just like the forest one, may be too scary for your younger kids. Let the older ones stretch their imaginations with this one. Is there someone walking down the path?

Are they a ghostly visitor?

Hand-drawn dark and dreamy moonlit graveyard in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center — study 1
Hand-drawn dark and dreamy moonlit graveyard in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2

Creepy Candlelit Cat 

The eyes on this cat are hauntingly beautiful, especially this time of year. Be sure to notice the light from the candle reflected in them. If your kids are drawing with you, have them name the cat.

Hand-drawn creepy candlelit cat in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 1
Hand-drawn creepy candlelit cat in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 2

Ethereal Skeleton Dance 

This drawing will give adults a chance to practice their detailing and shading skills. Beautiful but haunting, keep this one for the grown-ups.

Hand-drawn ethereal skeleton dance in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 1
Hand-drawn ethereal skeleton dance in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 2

Spooky Spider’s Web 

This spider's web drawing is almost hypnotic. The web design seems to have depth, as if you would feel the silk of the strands if you touched it.

Hand-drawn spooky spider’s web in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 1
Hand-drawn spooky spider’s web in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that shows — study 2
Hand-drawn spooky spider’s web in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 3

Lunar Werewolf Transformation 

This drawing begs for a backstory. Was this man always this way? Or did someone transform him into this monster?

Come up with your own conclusion as you put this piece together.

Hand-drawn lunar werewolf transformation in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center — study 1
Hand-drawn lunar werewolf transformation in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2

Charmed Fairy Goth Garden 

This gothic fairy garden allows you to mix mystery with old-world charm. Be sure to play with different shades of purple.

Hand-drawn charmed fairy goth garden in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 1
Hand-drawn charmed fairy goth garden in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2
Hand-drawn charmed fairy goth garden in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 3

Magic Potion Shelf 

What do the bottles on your Magic Potion Shelf create? You can range your mixtures from harmless to creepy with this fun and enchanting drawing.

Hand-drawn magic potion shelf in graphite drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that shows paper tooth and — study 1
Hand-drawn magic potion shelf in graphite drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 2

Eerie Eyeball Soup 

This one brings back memories of the game we played as kids, where we'd close our eyes and put our hand in a bowlful of grapes that we were told were eyeballs. This time, it actually is eyeballs!

Hand-drawn eerie eyeball soup in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 1
Hand-drawn eerie eyeball soup in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2

Whispering Witches’ Coven 

Your kids will for sure want to make these witches into people they know. Who better to include in your coven than your best friends?

Hand-drawn whispering witches' coven in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 1
Hand-drawn whispering witches' coven in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 2
Hand-drawn whispering witches' coven in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 3

Gothic Pumpkin Patch 

These pumpkins put a sophisticated twist on Halloween. Play with the deep purples and blacks and create something totally new!

Hand-drawn gothic pumpkin patch in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 1
Hand-drawn gothic pumpkin patch in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2

Venetian Masquerade Phantom 

As someone who visited Venice on my honeymoon, this one is extra special to me. The art captures the mystery and magic that permeates the city itself.

Hand-drawn venetian masquerade phantom in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 1
Hand-drawn venetian masquerade phantom in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 2

Chilling Crystal Ball Visions 

What do you see in the crystal ball? Tell your kids (and yourself) to let their creativity shine when they decide what the crystal ball is showing them.

Hand-drawn chilling crystal ball visions in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 1
Hand-drawn chilling crystal ball visions in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center — study 2
Hand-drawn chilling crystal ball visions in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 3

Spectral Shipwreck Shores 

The muted colors give this drawing idea a special mysterious quality. What caused this ship to run aground? Answering that question is part of the fun!

Hand-drawn spectral shipwreck shores in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 1
Hand-drawn spectral shipwreck shores in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 2
Hand-drawn spectral shipwreck shores in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 3

Bewitched Pumpkin Spice Village 

Perfect for the kids, this whimsical Halloween village is sure to get them into the spooky spirit! It makes me want to grab a delicious pumpkin drink and stroll down the cobblestone path.

Hand-drawn bewitched pumpkin spice village in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead view — study 1
Hand-drawn bewitched pumpkin spice village in ink and colored-pencil drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view — study 2

Wickedly Whimsical Broomstick Ride 

Almost every girl I grew up with was a witch for Halloween at least once. This design captures that magic of childhood trick-or-treating. Halloween is the one night a year when you can pretend to be anything you want to be!

Hand-drawn wickedly whimsical broomstick ride in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 1
Hand-drawn wickedly whimsical broomstick ride in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center — study 2
Hand-drawn wickedly whimsical broomstick ride in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a straight overhead — study 3

Mystical Raven’s Perch 

This gorgeous raven is something I'd be happy to have on my wall all year. The blend of purples and blacks gives the bird a magical glow.

Hand-drawn mystical raven’s perch in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a gentle oblique desk view that — study 1
Hand-drawn mystical raven’s perch in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a close overhead crop — study 2
Hand-drawn mystical raven’s perch in colored-pencil and gouache drawing on textured paper, shown in a slightly off-center overhead — study 3