How to Draw a Stick Figure

Last Updated: September 18, 2022 Tested

There are many times that you would like to illustrate a page or tell a story without using too many words. Stick figures can be modified depending on how you want to use them. Start with the basic figure, then make changes as you go along. Learning the art of creating and using them will open up a new and long line of art.

Part 1

Part 1 of 2:

Basic Body

1
Draw a circle for the head.
2
Draw a cross connected to the head.

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3
Draw two legs branching from the bottom of the cross. On the cross make sure the horizontal line is shorter than the vertical line.

Part 2

Part 2 of 2:

Face

1
Draw a curve or a straight line at the lower half of the circle. If you want teeth, draw two triangles sprouting from the line.
2
Draw two eyes. You can draw:
- A dot. It's the fastest way.
- Two circles with a dot in the middle.
- Two merged eyes to show fear or surprise.
- Dollar signs ($) and hearts (❤️) can replace pupils to show expressions.
3
Draw a dot for the nose.
4
Finished.

Community Q&A

Question

Is it all right to draw the head as a triangle?

Community Answer

You should do whatever you want to do! Develop your own personal style, and find out what suits you best. These instructions can be taken as loose guidelines; there's no one 'right' way.
Question

Can I do whatever I want with the stick figure?

Community Answer

Yes. Do anything you can think of. Like a stick figure eating a pizza, or trying on clothes.
Question

How can I make the stick figures do something?

Community Answer

You can draw their arms and legs in different positions to give the illusion that they're moving, running, jumping, etc. You could even make a flip book if you wanted to watch the figures move.