How to Draw an Archer (Easy Step by Step)
This little archer is a happy character built from circles, ovals and straight lines. The big round head, the boxy tunic and the tall curved bow are all simple shapes that a beginner can draw with confidence. The bow and arrow make it feel like an adventure.
- Medium
- 15 minutes
- 11 steps
You need: paper, a pencil, an eraser, and crayons or markers for coloring.
Start drawingIn this article (7 sections)
How to draw an archer step by step
How to Draw an Archer · tinyhandscreate.com
Step 1: Guide shapes
Lightly sketch these 2 ovals. They only show where the big parts go, so press softly. You will erase them at the end.
Step 2: The big round head
Draw a big curved line for the top of the head, like an upside-down bowl. Start on the left side, curve up and over the top, and stop on the right side, leaving a gap at the bottom.
Step 3: The tunic body
Under the head, draw a short, wide shape like a rounded box for the body. The top line is a gentle curve for the neck, and the bottom line is straight.
Step 4: Legs and shoes
Draw two short straight lines down from the bottom of the body for legs. At the bottom of each, draw a flat oval for a shoe, with the two ovals touching.
Step 5: Arms and hands
Draw a short sleeve reaching out to the left, with a small circle at the end for the hand. Then draw a longer sleeve reaching up and out to the right, and finish it with a small curl for the hand.
Step 6: The ponytail
On the left side of the head, draw a small curved leaf shape that starts and ends on the head outline.
Step 7: A happy face
Add two small dots for eyes in the middle of the head. Draw a little curved smile below them, then add two short curved lines at the neck and shoulders for the collar.
Step 8: The sash
Draw one straight diagonal line across the tunic, from the neck on the left down toward the lower right.
Step 9: The tall bow
On the right side, draw a tall, curved bow like a big letter D. Close it with a straight line for the string, right through the right hand.
Step 10: The quiver and spare arrows
Behind the right shoulder, draw a tall, slanted tube for the quiver. Add two short arrow tops poking out of it, each ending in a little hook.
Step 11: The arrow in hand
On the far left, draw one tall straight line through the left hand. Add a pointy V on top for the arrowhead, and a zigzag feather shape at the bottom.
All done!
Erase the guide shapes, go over your lines, then color it in.
Finished your archer? Keep the pencils out and learn how to draw a fencer or how to draw a volleyball player next.
Tips for drawing an archer
- Draw the head first and leave room on the right, because the bow is tall and needs space beside it.
- Make each sleeve with two lines that stay the same distance apart, so the arm keeps the same width from shoulder to hand.
- Draw the arrow with a slow, steady line. A straight shaft is the trickiest part, and the pointy V on top and the feather at the bottom help hide small wobbles.
Free archer coloring page
Want to go straight to coloring? Open this archer coloring page at full size and print it. It is the same drawing you just learned, with clean lines ready for crayons or markers.
How to color your archer drawing
Try a green tunic, a brown bow and a golden sash, with a bright red feather on the arrow. Use a different color for the shoes to make them stand out.
Archer fun fact for kids
In archery, the target has a gold center that scores the most points. On the standard target, hitting the gold circle is worth 10 points.
Questions about drawing an archer
What shapes do I need to draw an archer?
You need a big rounded shape for the head, a rounded box for the body, two ovals for shoes and a tall curved D shape for the bow. Add a few straight lines for the arrow and quiver.
How do I make the bow look right?
Start with a tall, gently curved line on the right, then connect its top and bottom ends with a straight line. Drawing the curve lightly first makes it easy to fix.
How do I make my archer look cuter?
Keep the eyes small and spaced wide apart, and draw a little curved smile. A bouncy ponytail adds personality too.
