How to Draw Realistic Boy Eyes

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Do you have trouble when trying to draw a realistic eye? It is important in any drawing of a person that you want to look realistic that they have realistic looking eyes. This wikiHow will help you draw a realistic eye if you are having trouble.

1. 1

   Draw the shape of the eye.

2. 2

   Draw the details for the pupils, iris and eyebrows.

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3. 3

   Draw the details for the eyelashes, pupil highlights, iris and eyebrows.

4. 4

   Apply light shading over the drawing to simulate light shadows.

5. 5

   Complete the drawing by using a darker shade to fill areas with darker shadows.

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1. 1

   Draw the shape of the eye. Use magazines of photographs as guides for drawing different types of eyes. This is step one.

2. 2

   Draw the Pupil and the Iris.

3. 3

   Draw in the additional details.

4. 4

   Use a darker shade to draw over the artwork.

5. 5

   Apply a light gray tone or shade over the eye

6. 6

   Apply a slightly darker shade for light shadowed areas.

7. 7

   Apply a darker shade of gray for darker areas or you could try to shade in to the little details.

8. 8

   Apply the darkest gray for areas with very dark shadows (but not black).

9. 9

   Blend the edges of each layer of gray to simulate a realistic eye using shades of gray.

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• Question

  How can I draw an eye that shows kindness?

  

  Large eyes with large pupils tend to look soft and kind. Changing the shape of the eyebrows also changes the expression of the eyes.

• Question

  How do I draw youthful eyes?

  

  Draw the eyes bigger, more expressive, and vibrant. Consider adding more shine/highlights to them, and making them rounder. Eyebrows are important as well; use them to your advantage.

• Question

  How do I draw two eyes evenly?

  

  Draw both eyes step by step together. For example, if you draw a part on one eye, do the same step afterwards on the other eye.

• Question

  What is the best paper to use?

  

  A thicker, coarse paper for better blending would be good, but if you want a cleaner look, go for a thinner paper.

• Question

  Would it be easier to start with the pupil?

  

  No, if you start with the pupils, you may have proportion issues.

• Question

  What's the best way of drawing my own eyes?

  

  Look in the mirror or take a picture, then you could try to get the shape right and add details.

• Question

  What's the best way to draw eyelashes?

  

  Flick your pen/pencil up in a curved motion starting at the top outline of the eye.

• Question

  Does it have to be the exact shape in the example or can I do my own?

  

  You could do whatever eye shape you desire. You can even use pictures as references.

• Question

  Is there an easier way to draw eyes, like almost an anime style?

  

  There is an article on How to Draw Anime Eyes. And you are always free to just look at and copy any pictures of eyes that you like.

• Question

  What type or kind of pencil should I use?

  

  It doesn't matter. For a softer look and easier blending, I'd recommend a 2B Pencil or even up to 9B. If you prefer a cleaner look and don't really plan on blending a lot, you could go for an HB. If you want something in between, you should use a B pencil.

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• Draw thicker, darker, eyelashes for girls.

• Remember not all people are artists, but everyone can work up to it if they try.

• Don't go crazy with the eyelashes, as this can result in a weird looking eye.

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To draw a realistic eye, start by drawing the oval-shaped outline. Next, draw a circle inside the eye with a smaller circle in its center for the iris and pupil. Shade most of the center circle in to make it black, but leave a tiny patch white to show light reflecting in the pupil. Then, draw an arch directly above the eye for the eyebrow. Use thicker lines to add the details of the eyelashes, eyebrow hairs, and pupil. To make it even more realistic, apply some light shading to simulate shadows. Then, use a darker shade to add another layer of shadow to the eye. For more tips, including how to draw light reflecting in the eye, read on!

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