How to Draw a Scary Nun?

Here are the steps.

Step 1 – Construct the Head and Body Guidelines

• Begin by drawing a simple oval shape for the head.
• Add a vertical center line and a horizontal guideline across the face to help with symmetry.
• Lightly sketch the neck and shoulders using straight, simple lines.
• Keep the body proportions narrow to create a tall, unsettling silhouette.
• Do not add facial details yet—this stage is only about placement and proportion.
• Sketch loosely so changes can be made easily later.
• Ensure the head is centered above the shoulders for a frontal pose.
• This step creates the structural foundation for the character.

Step 2 – Add Facial Features and Nun’s Habit Outline

• Begin sketching the eyes, placing them slightly deeper and narrower than normal to create an eerie look.
• Lightly draw the nose and mouth using sharp, angular lines.
• Start outlining the nun’s veil and habit, framing the face on both sides.
• Draw the veil falling straight downward from the head to emphasize stiffness and formality.
• Refine the jawline and cheekbones to look slightly gaunt.
• Add subtle lines around the eyes and mouth to hint at age or tension.
• Keep details light and sketchy—avoid heavy shading for now.
• This step introduces personality and begins setting a sinister tone.

Step 3 – Develop Hair, Clothing, and Shadow Masses

• Darken and thicken the veil lines, extending them downward to add length and weight.
• Add layered strokes to suggest fabric folds and depth in the habit.
• Lightly shade the inner areas of the veil to frame the face in darkness.
• Remove or soften facial guidelines while keeping the structure intact.
• Begin adding shadows under the cheekbones, eyes, and around the nose.
• Refine the neck and collar area with overlapping cloth folds.
• Increase contrast between the face and the surrounding fabric.
• This step strengthens the horror atmosphere and adds visual intensity.

Step 4 – Add Heavy Shading and Final Horror Details

• Deepen the shadows around the eyes to create a hollow, menacing stare.
• Sharpen facial features, emphasizing wrinkles, creases, and harsh contours.
• Darken the lips and add subtle asymmetry for a disturbing expression.
• Add strong shading to the veil, using long, directional strokes.
• Increase contrast across the face to enhance dramatic lighting.
• Refine edges and remove unnecessary sketch lines.
• Emphasize texture in the fabric and skin for realism.
• This final step completes the scary nun, giving her a dark, haunting presence.