How to Draw Hyper Realistic Eyes | Step by Step

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  • Follow my simple, detailed steps to draw a realistic eye in pencil. My method is aimed to help even the most complete beginner draw something they once thought was impossible.
    If you get stuck on the shading part, please refer to my shading tutorials below. If you have any questions, leave them in the comments and I'll get back to you as soon as I can :)
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    Intro - 0:00
    Tools: 0:20
    Step 1 - Circle: 0:51
    Step 2 - Eye Angle: 1:23
    Step 3 - Eye Shape: 1:50
    Step 4 - Eye Crease: 3:13
    Step 5 - Iris: 4:32
    Step 6 - Highlight: 5:42
    Step 7 - Pupil: 6:48
    Step 8 - Iris Detail: 8:35
    - Cast Shadow 10:16
    Step 9 - Shade Eye: 18:09
    - Cast Shadow: 20:46
    Step 10 - Skin Details: 21:57
    Step 11 - Shade Skin: 22:43
    Step 12 - Blending: 28:08
    Step 13 - Touch-ups: 29:19
    Step 14 - Eyelashes: 30:50
    - Shadows: 39:04
    - Reflection: 42:25
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  • @tiffycornplayz3390
    @tiffycornplayz3390 5 років тому +33133

    Who else was just using a school pencil and a cheap rubber 🖐🏽 lol

    • @avaa1045
      @avaa1045 5 років тому +1485

      Me and I wish I had all the cool stuff she uses

    • @Wbmstrguy
      @Wbmstrguy 5 років тому +420

      Me :(

    • @zbbtower
      @zbbtower 5 років тому +123

      •ѧѵα ɕαϯհεɾίηε• nope

    • @monaothman6485
      @monaothman6485 4 роки тому +154

      me

    • @bunnyradio372
      @bunnyradio372 4 роки тому +139

      ME!

  • @deletedacc123_
    @deletedacc123_ 5 років тому +5220

    Me:spends hours on circle*
    Few minutes later: now erase the circle....
    Me: *TRIGGERED*

    • @Nina-ho3qi
      @Nina-ho3qi 5 років тому +36

      bro stop commenting on this it's old

    • @elio_fay
      @elio_fay 4 роки тому +3

      Akasuki Akemi stfu

    • @darkheart2767
      @darkheart2767 4 роки тому +38

      Every drawing starts with a pencil.
      Edit; I think I meant base sketch? I was half asleep then but I'm half asleep now so I dunno.

    • @xai3671
      @xai3671 4 роки тому +9

      Akasuki Akemi it’s my business not urs

    • @ashleycharles7665
      @ashleycharles7665 4 роки тому +7

      Elsa-Chan who cares if its ur busniess

  • @Yuxisushi91
    @Yuxisushi91 Місяць тому +28

    anyone watching this in 2024???

  • @Lixmage
    @Lixmage 4 місяці тому +119

    Some people are gifted artists, some people are gifted teachers. You are both. This tutorial is brilliant - thank you so much for taking us through the anatomical complexity of the eye with such relative ease.

    • @UnknownBOfficial
      @UnknownBOfficial 3 місяці тому +2

      Underrated comment '
      - '

    • @mullaiv.k.1141
      @mullaiv.k.1141 2 місяці тому +4

      hm.. as an intermediate artist, no one is "gifted". It is learnt through OUR hard work and OUR efforts. Nobody "gifted" this to us, we learnt it, through loads of practise, very slowly and gradually improving. And if we had "gifts", we would have been able to be so awesome from the start, no need for improvements if we had it all! WE, never had it all. "Such relative ease" came through practise, it was never easy. We never had it from the start, like- Notice how none of the most awesome artists could draw hyper-realism as babies?

    • @Lixmage
      @Lixmage 2 місяці тому +1

      @@mullaiv.k.1141 Whilst I obviously take your point that becoming highly skilled at something requires dedication and extreme effort (so please don't feel I am denigrating anyone's hard work) I disagree that no one is gifted. All human beings have some specific aptitudes that lend themselves to certain activities over others. I, for example, have an aptitude for organising information, which helps immensely in my career as a teacher, and have a good ear for sounds which helps with language learning. On the other hand, my sense of balance is very poor so I would really struggle to be a great skier or gymnast. I hopefully never implied that being "gifted" meant anyone just has it all... I, however, doubt anyone would claim Mozart did not have some predisposition towards music.

    • @mullaiv.k.1141
      @mullaiv.k.1141 2 місяці тому +1

      @@Lixmage Understood. Having someone easily say "gifted" in something you put a lot of effort in, could in fact reach people in the wrong way. As the word "gift" means 'a thing willingly presented to someone *without payment*' It seems as if all this work, and skill aren't considered a payment. I'll give you an example, you had mentioned working as a teacher before, where you work hard to earn your payment. The payment is something you earned, it wasn't gifted to you. The earnings aren't a gift. It was a reward got your loyalty as a worker. My apologies if I had seemed rude. I wanted to defend my fellow artists and value their work. What I am trying to say is, it is a reward, and not a gift. I would like to add, that people are shaped by their environments. Mozart didn't know what was music when he was a child. His environment taught him what it was, and he developed a liking. He worked extremely hard for it. Just having good taste in music isn't all the qualifications to become a musician. We know nobody is perfect, your poor sense of balance is your payment. Gifts do not include a payment, and thus, you weren't gifted either.

    • @Lixmage
      @Lixmage 2 місяці тому +1

      @@mullaiv.k.1141 I think we understand one another just fine now... Take care!

  • @keira2148
    @keira2148 5 років тому +9291

    I was doing great until my pencil went on the page...😂

  • @sophialy2525
    @sophialy2525 5 років тому +2104

    best tutorial I've ever laid eyes on....

    • @miumaow
      @miumaow 5 років тому +46

      Lunar Harmony GO HOME NOW

    • @RapidFireArt
      @RapidFireArt  5 років тому +61

      hahahha

    • @gatsu9958
      @gatsu9958 5 років тому +22

      HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Its becuz she is drawing a eye!!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHA

    • @cupofbleach3352
      @cupofbleach3352 5 років тому +22

      Oof I see whatcha did there

    • @LunaCorn11
      @LunaCorn11 5 років тому +14

      Lunar Harmony you just made a joke....
      YESS

  • @ShatteredSoul2
    @ShatteredSoul2 8 місяців тому +21

    I have seen so many artists and teachers try to teach the skill. I can't count how many amazing artists I have watched and tried to learn. But they almost all fall short of actually teaching and explaining why. You are one of the few that can actually get your point across in a way that people can understand. I wish you had more videos.

  • @Deft1s
    @Deft1s 6 місяців тому +49

    My daughter and I just followed your video step by step and it came out great. Thank you for sharing.

  • @damiank5976
    @damiank5976 5 років тому +3875

    Her: you can get creative with the lighting
    Me: nah I'll copy her

  • @jamiepiere1870
    @jamiepiere1870 5 років тому +6530

    Why does her drawing of an eyeball look better than my ACTUAL eye?

    • @marlenejohnson1599
      @marlenejohnson1599 5 років тому +179

      #relatable

    • @kunii8847
      @kunii8847 5 років тому +116

      IKR mine has a total difference between mine and hers. I wish i can be talented like her my mum was a artist she won first place all over the world you know what I was.kidding my mum was not an artist

    • @quinndapin156
      @quinndapin156 5 років тому +28

      I feel u

    • @trishzone6
      @trishzone6 5 років тому +38

      I can not draw at all. Wish I could. I came across your videos and I could watch you draw all day. I am so amazed at what you do. You are absolutely amazing.

    • @Alzheimer0.2
      @Alzheimer0.2 5 років тому +7

      😂

  • @I.said.what.you.said23
    @I.said.what.you.said23 10 місяців тому +4

    Not me with a cracked phone getting totally confused with the outline at the start! 😂.
    .
    Definitely THE BEST tutorial I've found after years of drawing flat expressionless eyes! You've put a lot of work into this for us and for free and I am very grateful.
    THANK YOU!!! ❤❤❤

  • @russgonnering
    @russgonnering 11 місяців тому +13

    This is absolutely amazing. I have been an ophthalmic plastic surgeon for 40 years and your drawing is fantastic! Your understanding of anatomy is very profound and your ability to demonstrate it incredible.

  • @jkj4715
    @jkj4715 5 років тому +847

    Imagine how long it takes to make a tutorial on doing the whole body...

  • @banana7558
    @banana7558 3 роки тому +1219

    No matter how skilled or talented you are, you will never be able to draw the other eye.

  • @therasiathecook
    @therasiathecook Рік тому +31

    I have no words to express how much I love ur tutorials You make me feel like a real artist my eyes are getting better and better, ur voice, the steps everything you are just amazing!!!

    • @NILARUD-vj4gv
      @NILARUD-vj4gv Місяць тому

      youtube.com/@pc_art_corner?si=thWGxbqRp9KkTq7q
      please subscribe for more tutorial videos

  • @deetee5156
    @deetee5156 6 місяців тому +1

    Best tutorial I have ever seen for draeing

  • @samantha2051
    @samantha2051 5 років тому +541

    Her : the eye just doesn't look right with out lashes
    Me admiring the drawing: forgot lashes even exist

  • @funnydonutsss9290
    @funnydonutsss9290 5 років тому +781

    1: slowed it down
    2: did every stripe you did
    3: still managed to fk it up
    I give up

    • @20greeneyes20
      @20greeneyes20 4 роки тому +35

      Never give up. Take a break every now and then. Look at it as trial and error. Everything takes time and patience to get to your goals.
      Takes time.

    • @christianpaulpatawaran9356
      @christianpaulpatawaran9356 4 роки тому +2

      U can use compass tho

    • @kiddkids7957
      @kiddkids7957 4 роки тому +7

      This is my second time doing this is progressed surprisingly but one thing I'm missing it the gel pen and I need HELP with the inside of the circle shape😭. But I guess what I'm trying to say is don't give up lol.

    • @epsil0n73
      @epsil0n73 4 роки тому

      lol

    • @queensavvvy
      @queensavvvy 4 роки тому +1

      sameeee but i wouldn’t calling it giving up i just got aggregated

  • @ms.penguin6252
    @ms.penguin6252 11 місяців тому +1

    Best eye I have ever done!!!!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Lollipop458_XD
    @Lollipop458_XD 3 дні тому +1

    Most art tutorials just tell you what to do. But she talks us through it and encourages us😊 to

  • @aliceeyles6347
    @aliceeyles6347 4 роки тому +726

    Me: looks up how to draw a realistic eye.
    Me: finds a cool looking video.
    Darlene: First draw a circle
    Me: looks up how to draw a circle

  • @tastefate5240
    @tastefate5240 5 років тому +710

    I made eye contact for almost 1 hour with this eye...

    • @supergirlgalaxy8136
      @supergirlgalaxy8136 5 років тому +10

      It's so real!!

    • @boristhefriendlywolf3375
      @boristhefriendlywolf3375 5 років тому

      Ween Dro Luz that impossible my friend had like five minutes of his eyes without blinking and he had a lot of tears

    • @madisonomg3075
      @madisonomg3075 5 років тому

      Boris The Friendly Wolf omg don’t you get it??

    • @tastefate5240
      @tastefate5240 5 років тому

      Boris The Friendly Wolf ....We can blink in eye contacts but not in staring contests

    • @hkp30sk31
      @hkp30sk31 5 років тому +4

      But did you ask for her number?

  • @user-fk4ol2sq3k
    @user-fk4ol2sq3k 7 місяців тому +13

    I was hesitating to watch an hour long video, but was worth it. Your step by step teaching skills are just as great as your art skills. Plus, the background music is not too loud or disgreeable. This young lady is going places.

  • @suzannegibb1917
    @suzannegibb1917 10 місяців тому +1

    I am a complete novice and completed a decent looking eye following your tutorial. I loved the fact that you showed the pencil strokes in a larger demonstration away from the eye.

  • @lifewasawillow143
    @lifewasawillow143 3 роки тому +686

    I love how you *teach* how to draw it, not like the other videos which just *show* how to draw it.
    There is a BIG difference between teaching and showing. I really appreciate your time and patience and not just that, you teach in a very understandable way.

    • @thilagendranv2722
      @thilagendranv2722 2 роки тому +1

      ua-cam.com/channels/KhQ2b2WLfV6KcX1Gd44idg.html

    • @kawaiisunsetblox7526
      @kawaiisunsetblox7526 2 роки тому +5

      @@lifewasawillow143 thats cool the name is very rare it means good luck when u see someone else woth it enjoy your day

    • @monalipatel8266
      @monalipatel8266 2 роки тому +1

      Mad

    • @Bluemoon28Panda
      @Bluemoon28Panda 2 роки тому +2

      yes I agree

    • @dianeesin4951
      @dianeesin4951 2 роки тому +2

      U took the words out of my mouth so I definitely agree with you

  • @wendigo90yago62
    @wendigo90yago62 4 роки тому +135

    Dear beginner artist. This still requires skill so don't get discouraged if urs dosnt come out like this

    • @emilylietz7884
      @emilylietz7884 4 роки тому +2

      Sasuke Uchiha thx

    • @dance_girl1725
      @dance_girl1725 4 роки тому

      thx

    • @elijahharmel8450
      @elijahharmel8450 4 роки тому +4

      the description literally says it's meant for "complete beginners"

    • @wxlf.rxm00
      @wxlf.rxm00 4 роки тому +1

      Elijah Nope that doesn’t mean the first time you try you going to be a god it’s going to be shit

    • @kaila7314
      @kaila7314 4 роки тому +2

      Sasuke thank u but I'm not used 2 him being nice

  • @knightshousegames
    @knightshousegames Рік тому +52

    I've had my mind blown multiple times while watching this, and seen multiple situations where I thought I would be satisfied, just to see something small take it to an even crazier level
    You do an amazing job giving such succinct, functional explanations.

    • @holasoychino
      @holasoychino Рік тому +3

      yeah her explanation makes you digest easier

  • @lux9872
    @lux9872 Рік тому +6

    the first 10 seconds were already a great tutorial, awesome work!

  • @javr1985
    @javr1985 5 років тому +227

    She makes it look so easy.....

    • @iseileenn739
      @iseileenn739 5 років тому +7

      It is easy once you get the technique going. Smudge the shading lines and erase any that is not needed. That's a n art secret... Lol

    • @GameOver._.
      @GameOver._. 5 років тому +1

      Well my opinion about her "Tutorial" is *GO FUCK YOURSELF*

    • @Oliver-fw6rc
      @Oliver-fw6rc 5 років тому

      Game Over Rude

    • @bellavelez2270
      @bellavelez2270 5 років тому +1

      Game Over you didn’t need to talk in caps lmfao lower your tone her tutorial is very detailed and extremely helpful especially the examples. Some people may find it hard because usually we don’t have lots of experience. Obviously as you can tell she’s an artist. Idk how long she’s been one but obviously she’s very experienced. So no, it’s not go fuck yourself. It’s get some practice and learn.

    • @GameOver._.
      @GameOver._. 5 років тому +2

      @@bellavelez2270 To be honest my Eye went out good but You cant do some steps the way she does if you dont have the same equipment thats why I was mad

  • @kaitlyn9363
    @kaitlyn9363 5 років тому +251

    Logic: looks super easy!
    *is actually really hard*

    • @thewaffle187
      @thewaffle187 5 років тому +1

      Kinda but don't bother the more you made that leap of faith the more beautiful it be

    • @nazdrsunlifecoaching8718
      @nazdrsunlifecoaching8718 4 роки тому

      K1_BY Plays yes 😅😂

  • @lekhanag
    @lekhanag 10 місяців тому +30

    Such an amazing tutorial !🤩
    Love the way you take us step by step in all the tutorials of yours that I’ve watched ❤️
    Thanks

    • @atiyehft4525
      @atiyehft4525 8 місяців тому +1

      You teach very very excellent with all of ditails.tnx 😘❤

  • @jackneal1017
    @jackneal1017 11 місяців тому +11

    The world needs more tutorials like this. 👍

  • @esmew8456
    @esmew8456 4 роки тому +3008

    Me: Woah! This eye actually looks decent!
    Eyelashes: I’m about to ruin this man’s whole career..

    • @MemeReviewChannel
      @MemeReviewChannel 4 роки тому +19

      Itz Unicorn Gaming Do u even have a Career HAHAHAHA LOL

    • @esmew8456
      @esmew8456 4 роки тому +69

      Meme Review It’s an expression 😂

    • @kronomcs
      @kronomcs 4 роки тому +6

      It’s a girl

    • @pissandcornflakes9119
      @pissandcornflakes9119 4 роки тому +31

      use small flicks with your pencil and lift your pencil towards the end of the lash
      you can also use this to draw fur

    • @miabearr
      @miabearr 4 роки тому +6

      I felt that

  • @speedyhemi
    @speedyhemi 4 роки тому +344

    Her: try and make it unique
    Me: trying to copy every line and detail shes doing
    .... 42 mins later..
    Me: Well at least I can say it looks 'UNIQUE'!!!

  • @puzzlastic2216
    @puzzlastic2216 Рік тому +5

    Her eye looks more realistic than my actual eye

  • @lucyloojones2779
    @lucyloojones2779 9 місяців тому +4

    Fantastic…I’ve always had trouble with the upper eye lid! Your ‘patience’ in checking on depth with shading is particularly helpful!

  • @suggestiveprincess
    @suggestiveprincess 5 років тому +791

    Me just realizing this vid is 51 minutes long
    🚪

    • @dimplecaranto
      @dimplecaranto 5 років тому +34

      Me: Didn't even noticed 😂

    • @iamagoogleuser3830
      @iamagoogleuser3830 4 роки тому +4

      ⛹️‍♀️. 🚪
      🔥

    • @christineoziemkiewicz19
      @christineoziemkiewicz19 4 роки тому +26

      I didn't notice it was that long until I watched 45 minutes of the thing and my brother came in the kitchen and said, "r u still watching that?"

    • @mariusxkat657
      @mariusxkat657 4 роки тому +13

      I was like «ppfft no way» after reading your comment, but then I checked...
      and now I’m like O_O

    • @Ricky911_
      @Ricky911_ 4 роки тому +1

      Same bro. She was making the vortex thing around her eye and I was like "OK 3 minutes left. Wait! Actually, it's 30."
      I meant 45. Sorry I wrote 3 and my brain tricked me into writing 30

  • @prettiestmills2.0
    @prettiestmills2.0 3 роки тому +2869

    Her: *draws a circle*
    Me: hang on gurl, I’m not on that level yet

  • @pattihale6550
    @pattihale6550 Рік тому +6

    I always thought drawing was a gift. I had no clue it was a learned skill. I tried following the video and to my surprise the eye turned out great! And yes I was using a regular # 2 pencil. Haha
    Thank you so much for posting this video.

  • @Preetham.5
    @Preetham.5 6 місяців тому +1

    Literally I can't believe that I drawn realistic eye 👀 .... Only because of you ... Tqsm ❤

  • @renzzzz24
    @renzzzz24 4 роки тому +1345

    Who watched the whole thing without knowing it was 51 minutes long
    I know I did

  • @lillymiller4152
    @lillymiller4152 4 роки тому +1469

    Her: use a fine tip eraser
    Me: uses a giant "for big mistakes" eraser

  • @nadinerpantea5070
    @nadinerpantea5070 2 дні тому +1

    Looks like a real eye 😊

  • @rileypostelle8982
    @rileypostelle8982 4 роки тому +2324

    Me: spends 60 minutes on the circle
    Her later in the video: Now erase the circle
    Also me: slowly rips the paper into a million little pieces

    • @eshauddin6
      @eshauddin6 4 роки тому +73

      R.I.P your time

    • @ineedhelp8910
      @ineedhelp8910 4 роки тому +30

      esha uddin I am legit dying reading ur comment😂😂

    • @lokesheyi5975
      @lokesheyi5975 4 роки тому +6

      😂

    • @niceguitar6144
      @niceguitar6144 4 роки тому +22

      Riley Postelle why is it that all funny comments have a profile pic that makes it look like a meme

    • @user-dj9il8ok6v
      @user-dj9il8ok6v 4 роки тому +1

      lu yb8

  • @xinyanlow3009
    @xinyanlow3009 4 роки тому +943

    Her: try and make it unique
    Me: literally copying every single eyelash sdfshshw

  • @nadiarodrigues2401
    @nadiarodrigues2401 10 місяців тому +23

    I love how you explain it to all of us ❤ And this lesson of drawing was so much fun 🎉This is my very first realistic eye😊❤
    Thanks a bunch ❤xxx

    • @elliewall6570
      @elliewall6570 7 місяців тому

      same this was amazing thank you!

    • @NILARUD-vj4gv
      @NILARUD-vj4gv Місяць тому

      youtube.com/@pc_art_corner?si=thWGxbqRp9KkTq7q
      please subscribe for more tutorial videos

  • @AnnTaylor-Schmidt
    @AnnTaylor-Schmidt Рік тому +8

    Loved this tutorial. Detailed, well paced, giving several visuals for a technique, and pleasant voice. Well done.

  • @erenerikci3263
    @erenerikci3263 5 років тому +1232

    I thought I could draw good eyes; but after seeing your work, mine looks like a kindergartener's drawing.

    • @AshaJacobb
      @AshaJacobb 5 років тому +4

      😁😁👍

    • @johngalvin6010
      @johngalvin6010 5 років тому +13

      I'm with you on that

    • @43sticksforyou
      @43sticksforyou 5 років тому +4

      Same.. I was told it was good but really, its terrible compared to this

    • @helens288
      @helens288 5 років тому +25

      @nils4545 I'm done 😂😂

    • @theAussie01
      @theAussie01 5 років тому +8

      @@43sticksforyou ....you just need to keep practicing....its a skill that is developed...as you may know. If you draw one eye everyday for a year.....I know your drawings would improve greatly..... this is a known fact. Every person who puts the time and effort in is rewarded with a satisfaction that cannot be bought.

  • @bootylicker3510
    @bootylicker3510 4 роки тому +2143

    Her: **Takes out fancy pencils**
    Me: **Takes out dora pencil half chewed from 1st grade**

    • @zenoist2399
      @zenoist2399 4 роки тому +46

      Nothing wrong with your pencil if it can draw. You don't need fancy materials but you do really need a good attitude.

    • @zenoist2399
      @zenoist2399 4 роки тому +14

      @@bootylicker3510 Ha ! back you cheeky person. That's the prob with super cheap pencils , they keep breaking when you try to sharpen them. A world beating pencil compared to something like a world beating car is pretty cheap though. I like staedtler and mars lumograph.
      The mars lumograph are matt black instead of shiny dark and they're really nice pencils tro draw with. Staedtler are a good and reliable brand and you can get them anywhere. If any beginner is reading this try to get the soft grades like 4b to 8b for shading and something like a 2b for general drawing. The softer grades are much easier to erase.

    • @zenoist2399
      @zenoist2399 4 роки тому +7

      @@bootylicker3510 The pencils arent too important but you need to draw a lot to improve, I'm at the stage thats good ish but could obvuiously be much better and nothing superhero.Thank you for the positive reply and good luck ! Make sure you measure your angles and sizes of things. Keep looking from what you are drawing to your observed subject something like once every second or 2. Hold your drawing pad up alongside your viewpoint of your subject if you want to check.

    • @bootylicker3510
      @bootylicker3510 4 роки тому +4

      @@zenoist2399 uh please don't say that .-.

    • @zeandrheavicente6425
      @zeandrheavicente6425 4 роки тому +3

      ;-;

  • @aisha3531
    @aisha3531 Рік тому +17

    You're the only UA-camr who shows the entire process. I'm so grateful to you. You're amazing.❤ I hope you soon upload a portrait sketching step by step too

  • @LetsGoBrandon4U2
    @LetsGoBrandon4U2 5 місяців тому +1

    GREAT GREAT tutorial.
    My niece nudged me into drawing, today I ordered pencil.
    While watching this, I FEEL SO INSPIRED I AM OVERCOMING PAST DISABILITIES.
    IT'S SO COOL.
    TYIA

  • @gabrielkhawaja786
    @gabrielkhawaja786 5 років тому +445

    Just gotta do the other eye now.....

  • @roberthouston6562
    @roberthouston6562 2 роки тому +777

    I'm 58 & I've been an artist a very long time, at least since I was about 3. Eyes have always been one of my favorite subjects and your detailed explanations were perfect in this video. You have distilled a lifetime's worth of study to one video. And judging by your voice you dont even approach my age. I say to you bravo. Very good work.

    • @lily_spamss
      @lily_spamss 2 роки тому +45

      I’ve just started drawing when I was 5 but now I’m 11 and I’m practicing more bc u only live once and I’ve always wanted to draw really good, ik my art is bad but I am gonna keep on practicing!

    • @Mecarob_Gaming
      @Mecarob_Gaming 2 роки тому +17

      @@lily_spamss I just turned 12 today and I'm aswell practicing and learning how to draw

    • @lily_spamss
      @lily_spamss 2 роки тому +6

      @@Mecarob_Gaming cool! I’m nearly 12!!

    • @SUGAR_XYLER
      @SUGAR_XYLER 2 роки тому +10

      exactly I'm 57 and it came out perfectly..... she's a good teacher ! 🙌

    • @xploded8452
      @xploded8452 2 роки тому +5

      Im 13 and drawing again after a really long time.

  • @sapitos4
    @sapitos4 Рік тому +3

    I got lost in the ribbon. And in the eyelashes!! But....this is my first 'realistic eye' and it came out FANTAAAASTIIICC!! This was fun fun fun!!! WOW. I never thought I could finish it. ONE HOUR AND 1/2-with the video pauses and all. THANK YOU, RFA.

  • @nanreynolds501
    @nanreynolds501 3 місяці тому

    You are very good both in your art work and your instructions. I'm 79 years old and thought I couldn't draw but you proved me wrong. For a beginner at my stage in life I'm excited to learn a new form of art!! Thanks so much. I'm glad I discovered your channel!!!!

  • @lucindapinnellova190
    @lucindapinnellova190 3 роки тому +665

    There are 2 things I learnt from this video:
    1) how to draw an eye
    2) I have absolutely no artistic talent

    • @jenniferstumpf6991
      @jenniferstumpf6991 3 роки тому +6

      same ... o.o

    • @gibthegamer
      @gibthegamer 3 роки тому +2

      Lol...same

    • @taochen9733
      @taochen9733 3 роки тому +1

      same O-o

    • @zuko8014
      @zuko8014 3 роки тому +9

      That is not true . It just takes a lot of practice and once you have mastered these techniques you will be able to develop your own style and see that being artistic is not bound to just to on certain way.
      Edit: I meant to say ONE 😁

    • @zuko8014
      @zuko8014 3 роки тому +1

      @Adeday Amare 🙄🙄

  • @khushpreetsarao3303
    @khushpreetsarao3303 3 роки тому +409

    Why everyone is not praising her art skills, my gosh her skills are soo amazing.

    • @harpalkaur88
      @harpalkaur88 3 роки тому +2

      Yes , exactly

    • @manzifrank7284
      @manzifrank7284 3 роки тому +3

      YES

    • @khushpreetsarao3303
      @khushpreetsarao3303 3 роки тому

      @@sephie9882 hey I was just talking that everyone's saying who else is using a normal pencil,and rubber ,that's what I was saying, cool down

    • @khushpreetsarao3303
      @khushpreetsarao3303 3 роки тому +1

      @@sephie9882 I was saying that in comment section everyone is commenting like "who else was using a normal pencil,rubber, who else can't draw this ,that",
      I am not offending anyone , so cool down friend

    • @khushpreetsarao3303
      @khushpreetsarao3303 3 роки тому

      Kk , 😊

  • @abedafridi9596
    @abedafridi9596 11 місяців тому

    Liked drawing as a child and came across this video 4 years ago, I have now mastered hyper realism. I wouldve never been a serious artist if it weren't for this video.

  • @ashkaos8784
    @ashkaos8784 Рік тому +4

    This was the most helpful video, I have had the worst time drawing people and this was very easy to follow and you were amazing at explaining everything. Thank You!!!

  • @nimrawithnoh
    @nimrawithnoh 3 роки тому +691

    This is actually the most detailed and best tutorial I've ever seen

  • @niamhhmcu7613
    @niamhhmcu7613 5 років тому +262

    I just love watching you sketch ❤️
    who else watched without actually drawing anything?

  • @melodyeish
    @melodyeish 8 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video! I am so glad you didn't skip too fast through the process; demonstrating how much work goes into drawing!

  • @user-qz1hx5ed1d
    @user-qz1hx5ed1d 4 місяці тому +1

    YOUR THE BEST ONLINE ART TEACHER I HAVE EVER SEEN.THANK YOU.!!!

  • @bigbeefy404
    @bigbeefy404 5 років тому +85

    I wasn’t going to sit here and watch a 51 minute video about how to draw an eye...but I totally just did. This is amazing, and so very informative. Thank you so much for spending your time doing this, it’s helped so much! I’m going to try to draw an eye right now! Love this!

  • @amber-janelenne6505
    @amber-janelenne6505 4 роки тому +336

    (After all this time)
    *Now let's do the next eye!!*
    Me: ok bye

  • @nicolefinehout8894
    @nicolefinehout8894 9 днів тому

    Best complete clearly detailed tutorial, and just the right speed

  • @bixusmaleficus
    @bixusmaleficus 6 місяців тому +2

    You make it all look so easy! And the result is mind blowing! Also, this was the fastest and easiest 51 minutes to watch on YT ever. Amazing

  • @RapidFireArt
    @RapidFireArt  5 років тому +2328

    🔥🔥 SKIP TO...
    Tools: 0:20
    Step 1 - Circle: 0:51
    Step 2 - Eye Angle: 1:23
    Step 3 - Eye Shape: 1:50
    Step 4 - Eye Crease: 3:13
    Step 5 - Iris: 4:32
    Step 6 - Highlight: 5:42
    Step 7 - Pupil: 6:48
    Step 8 - Iris Detail: 8:35
    - Cast Shadow 10:16
    Step 9 - Shade Eye: 18:09
    - Cast Shadow: 20:46
    Step 10 - Skin Details: 21:57
    Step 11 - Shade Skin: 22:43
    Step 12 - Blending: 28:08
    Step 13 - Touch-ups: 29:19
    Step 14 - Eyelashes: 30:50
    - Shadows: 39:04
    - Reflection: 42:25
    Step 15 - Make it POP: 43:24
    - Darken: 43:56
    - Lighten: 47:13
    Step 16 - Touch-Ups: 48:23

    • @b4endgaming989
      @b4endgaming989 5 років тому +30

      You are is drawing queen 👸 lots of love 🤗 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍

    • @Yeame143
      @Yeame143 5 років тому +26

      Thank you this is an excellent format you have with the time stamps for the different sections. I've always had an issue with lashes so thanks this made it much easier most tutorials skip the eyelashes over with minimal mention. A+

    • @RapidFireArt
      @RapidFireArt  5 років тому +21

      Thanks Lee! You can learn more about drawing eyelashes here: rapidfireart.com/2016/11/30/how-to-draw-eyelashes/
      It contains some information I didn't mention in this video :)

    • @913cer
      @913cer 5 років тому

      I Used Your Videos At School A Kid Gave Me A Idea!! And It Looked So "Cool"!!!!!

    • @ebrimafatty7693
      @ebrimafatty7693 5 років тому +1

      How old are you .I want you to teach me some drawing

  • @MadiK0516
    @MadiK0516 3 роки тому +1275

    “Draw a circle”
    Me: WOAH HOLD UP I’m not THAT talented

    • @pejmansh6158
      @pejmansh6158 3 роки тому +16

      IKR'

    • @liam_er
      @liam_er 3 роки тому +12

      Literally me lol

    • @fallonmxrt7491
      @fallonmxrt7491 3 роки тому +4

      ISSIAISXNXMCMIOSOWOWPLWLSLKXKXIXIS 😂😂😂😭😭😭😭

    • @naz274
      @naz274 3 роки тому +4

      Wong Yuchin woah chill, not everyone is as talented as u

    • @SaritaKumari-db2ks
      @SaritaKumari-db2ks 3 роки тому +1

      She already told how to draw a circle
      In 0.55

  • @rodrigoreyes3618
    @rodrigoreyes3618 5 місяців тому +12

    This is the best tutorial i have ever seen. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. My drawing was able to turn out so well and i owe that to you. Thank you!

  • @lucycp2881
    @lucycp2881 8 місяців тому +14

    I think your videos are great. Nice voice, no annoying background music that’s too loud and I love the demonstration on the side of what not to do too. Subscribed!

    • @chucktaylor7384
      @chucktaylor7384 7 місяців тому

      No annoying background music!? Wow, did you even listen? That was painful! Please stop the music!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And clapping!!!!!!!!!!!!! That ruined what I wanted in a tutorial

  • @thegamingcheese7210
    @thegamingcheese7210 5 років тому +196

    Me: I will not draw this eye
    Video: gets realistic
    Me: I will not draw this eye
    Video: gets more realistic
    Me: I WILL NOT DRAW THIS EYE
    Video: gets even more realistic
    Me: I WILL NOT DRA THI-
    Video: GETS SO REALISTIC TO THE POINT I CAN'T RESIST IT
    Me: gets a notebook, a sharpener, and an eraser
    Me: sooooooo, how do you draw it
    I ended up drawing it
    My pupils were too big btw

    • @hater3907
      @hater3907 5 років тому +5

      TheGaming CHEESE that’s me every time I watch an art tutorial

    • @terrence5211
      @terrence5211 5 років тому +1

      @@hater3907 I messed up the lines of the iris

    • @thegamingcheese7210
      @thegamingcheese7210 5 років тому +1

      LPS Ocean, no. IT WAS BEAUTIFUL
      JK IT WAS HORRIBLE😂😂😂

    • @ranaiylep5521
      @ranaiylep5521 5 років тому

      I was like u tooo tho the vid is really long

    • @paotejada4701
      @paotejada4701 5 років тому

      That is so me

  • @unicornkittysprinkles4920
    @unicornkittysprinkles4920 5 років тому +310

    You: first part is easy,just draw a circle
    Me: a CIRCLE :0 *struggles drawing cirlcle*

    • @jadastruecrime2045
      @jadastruecrime2045 5 років тому +1

      I used a circle shaped sharpener shhhh don’t tell

    • @ghostikeru
      @ghostikeru 5 років тому +1

      Other people: Yep, just gotta draw a circle, that's easy.
      You: HOW DO I DRAW A CIRCLE
      Me: *tries to find pen that has dissolved into the deep abyssal orbit under my bed*

    • @snailby
      @snailby 5 років тому

      It isn't that fucking hard to draw a circle

    • @ghostikeru
      @ghostikeru 5 років тому +1

      shelgee • But _maybe_ it just doesnt fucking apply to everyone on earth

    • @snailby
      @snailby 5 років тому

      @@ghostikeru how? Its so eAsy

  • @TheFinalCatalyst
    @TheFinalCatalyst 4 місяці тому +1

    I just want to say thank you so much For making a lengthy video That is not 20 minutes or 10 minutes short. My drawings never turn out The same and in my opinion, if you are just looking for the shortest video possible for a hyperrealism. Or any realism Drawing then you should just put down the pencil And hopefully you're not planning on being an be artist,
    Art takes time, As well as a masterpiece like this, If you are so impatient That you cannot sit down for a minimum of an hour to draw Then I don't know what you're wasting your time for

  • @marianzitadominic298
    @marianzitadominic298 11 місяців тому +3

    Yours fabulous......Thank you....I did well.....❤

  • @megaagentj2248
    @megaagentj2248 4 роки тому +315

    “The equipment you use doesn’t matter”
    “Roll your malleable eraser into a fine tip”
    “Roll your malleable eraser into a fine tip“
    “Roll your malleable eraser into a fine tip”
    “Roll your malleable eraser into a fine tip

  • @sdinanigaming1208
    @sdinanigaming1208 3 роки тому +420

    Her: Be unique
    Me:Copies everything exactly how she does it

  • @aparnamukherjee3962
    @aparnamukherjee3962 11 місяців тому +13

    I really appreciate your thoughtful approach to all of your videos - they're very comprehensive and effective. This is definitely one of my favorites!

  • @AizaAkbar123
    @AizaAkbar123 5 місяців тому +2

    SLAY ❤ ❤ ❤

  • @monicavasile8556
    @monicavasile8556 4 роки тому +678

    Her: ElEcTrIc ErAsEr
    Me: the last bit of the eraser on my Dora pencil

    • @ne23423
      @ne23423 4 роки тому +10

      Monica Vasile most relatable comment right here

    • @spideyedittz
      @spideyedittz 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/Uf5XjxAqggM/v-deo.html

    • @oAura7
      @oAura7 4 роки тому +1

      Same XD

    • @madetolistentojapaneseboys5688
      @madetolistentojapaneseboys5688 4 роки тому +1

      Lol same 😂

    • @fredericmoresmau4303
      @fredericmoresmau4303 4 роки тому

      und jetzt weiß ich auch warum ich nie jemnd assables kennengelernt habe in meinem alter..... die waren alle bereits vergeben sind nicht ausgegangen und die wenigen sind mir aus dem weggegangen oder ich habe sie nie getroffen..... und dann war ich bereits alt......... und im alter kann man gar nicht mehr vernünftig daten

  • @poultryman575
    @poultryman575 4 роки тому +155

    Her: *uses technical art words*
    Me: What does pencil mean?. _ .

  • @robinclifton4182
    @robinclifton4182 4 місяці тому +1

    Brilliant ! many thanks and may God bless you.

  • @trishathomas2519
    @trishathomas2519 Рік тому +15

    Quick Tip: If you don't have a blending stump, you can also use a Q-Tip for shading. It is a great alternative since I don't have a stump, and it works the same.

    • @tiwariboutique3229
      @tiwariboutique3229 10 місяців тому

      You can make a blending stump, easily

    • @trishathomas2519
      @trishathomas2519 10 місяців тому

      @tiwariboutique3229 yes i know, but i prefer using a qtip better, and some people might not have the things they need to make a blending stump. this is just a tip incase you need a quick solution

  • @RC568
    @RC568 4 роки тому +762

    Nobody:
    Me on my maths test:

    • @amyf8458
      @amyf8458 4 роки тому +5

      Ragecat568 LMAO

    • @nammymiranda8735
      @nammymiranda8735 4 роки тому +7

      Sameee😂😂

    • @niceguitar6144
      @niceguitar6144 4 роки тому +4

      Ragecat568 THATS ACTUALLY FUNNY WHICH DESCRIBES ME IN.... A SCIENCE TEST (no seriously)

    • @niceguitar6144
      @niceguitar6144 4 роки тому +2

      Br the profile pic makes it look like a meme XD

    • @minaaa273
      @minaaa273 4 роки тому +2

      Damn, I legit have a very important math exam tomorrow.

  • @vino3741
    @vino3741 4 роки тому +148

    I absolutely love how you explained "how" and "why" you did certain things. A huge step up against other tutorials! Much appreciated for this video! :)

  • @Vorachan1111
    @Vorachan1111 Рік тому +13

    Thank you so much for this perfect detailed tutorial. It has helped me big time! Love your clear precise description and voice. Do you have a tutorial to draw both eyes? Tips on how to do the opposite eye would be very appreciated.♥️

  • @sleepy2259
    @sleepy2259 Рік тому

    ✨This tutorial changed my life ✨

  • @Prplelv7
    @Prplelv7 4 роки тому +370

    Her: Using different types of shading pencil......
    Me: Using different pressure on one small apsara pencil...

  • @amariusfosse
    @amariusfosse 5 років тому +395

    *Just noticed the video was 51 minutes long..*
    EDIT: and I just watched the whole video!👍
    EDIT 2: Thx so Much for all The likes! The most I have ever gotten.

    • @kronikevaporation6007
      @kronikevaporation6007 5 років тому +9

      I noticed it only for your comment lol

    • @othellobarker1291
      @othellobarker1291 5 років тому +4

      Just noticed its 51 minutes long and my battery is 12% and i got homework just left the video will be back after i fi jsh homework

    • @renee161
      @renee161 5 років тому +1

      samee

    • @takari5727
      @takari5727 5 років тому +3

      Because of this comment i notice it 51 minutes

    • @AlexitoAwesomeness
      @AlexitoAwesomeness 5 років тому

      JennyCat 234 congratulations

  • @DeeMorrison818
    @DeeMorrison818 Рік тому

    I wanted to take a moment to give thanks for the work presented on this channel. I hadn’t done any art since what’s now called Middle School (back in the day, Jr. High). This was just what I needed for a great reboot.

  • @paranoiarpincess
    @paranoiarpincess Рік тому +2

    I've been an artist for more than a quarter of a century and I just could not follow this. I don't think I drew it big enough because I really struggled with the teeny iris details. Mine looked nothing at all like yours did, I got frustrated and gave up for the night. I'm physically disabled so my pain wasn't helping and I decided I'd try again when I had better light, and wasn't already a little cranky from my disability.
    I wanted to be honest so that if some beginners do the same, I want them to know they're not alone amd even a seasoned artist who can draw eyes in her sleep still struggled to follow this. I was watching in hopes of brushing up and for help with furthering realism. Just because you've learned, doesn't mean you're done learning.
    Anyway, thank you so much for taking the time to both make and post this video. I will come back when I'm in a better mood. 😂

    • @zyedaph
      @zyedaph 4 місяці тому +1

      How big did you make your eyes? Her drawing looks like more than twice the size of real eyes.

    • @paranoiarpincess
      @paranoiarpincess 4 місяці тому

      @@zyedaph Mine was about an inch and a half in my page.

    • @zyedaph
      @zyedaph 4 місяці тому

      @@paranoiarpincess Width? Yeah that's harder. I would make mine really big just to be able to do it and then take a tiny picture of it. LOL But then I'm not as experienced as any of you.

  • @kimtaehyung9051
    @kimtaehyung9051 5 років тому +636

    9:15 artist: *uses fancy shading thing*
    Me: *uses finger*
    Mom: WHY ARE YOUR FINGERS BLACK?!?

    • @blackpinkistherevolution6043
      @blackpinkistherevolution6043 5 років тому +9

      Cringe :/

    • @kimtaehyung9051
      @kimtaehyung9051 5 років тому +3

      diy slime actually Susan that's what happened in my life ::))

    • @ahiruyuriuri416
      @ahiruyuriuri416 5 років тому +11

      diy slime :) please explain how this is cringey? Or do you just wanna use the word?

    • @blackpinkistherevolution6043
      @blackpinkistherevolution6043 5 років тому +7

      @@ahiruyuriuri416 Nah, I just wanted to use it because there is a meme going on..
      😁

    • @melmel1071
      @melmel1071 5 років тому +3

      Lmao. The mold rubber is where I got lost. I got some paper smudgy pencils for my birthday and I haven’t stopped using them since. I severely advice getting some.. or roll up something soft and use that.. fingers get messy and difficult. Gl my friend 😂

  • @puffball2059
    @puffball2059 5 років тому +690

    *shows this to your art teacher
    Art Teacher: Great! Now just add color!

  • @jaketurnboo3986
    @jaketurnboo3986 8 місяців тому +1

    Hi my name is Gracie and I LOVE art and you showed me how to make a bring look good thank you so much 😊

  • @probebot171
    @probebot171 5 років тому +1362

    Did you know you can't breathe while smiling?
    Just kidding. I just wanted you to smile :D

    • @mochicat3431
      @mochicat3431 5 років тому +44

      ya got me

    • @betyponce3845
      @betyponce3845 5 років тому +87

      Me: *Smiles while breathing
      Me: *Reads Rest
      Me: IM DONE READING THE COMMENTS -.___-.

    • @hello_humans5603
      @hello_humans5603 5 років тому +33

      I was about to say “Aha! I can do it! I’m not human!😈” *Reads the rest* well guess I am human.

    • @eijiroukirieditz6385
      @eijiroukirieditz6385 5 років тому +15

      Does grinning count?

    • @probebot171
      @probebot171 5 років тому +5

      @@eijiroukirieditz6385 maybe.

  • @gachamilkyway8107
    @gachamilkyway8107 3 роки тому +511

    You really broke this down to where i can understand how to draw a realistic eye, thank you!

    • @thilagendranv2722
      @thilagendranv2722 2 роки тому +2

      ua-cam.com/channels/KhQ2b2WLfV6KcX1Gd44idg.html

    • @Booples_
      @Booples_ 2 роки тому +3

      sameeeee! im so happy now

    • @haroldchannel8883
      @haroldchannel8883 2 роки тому +2

      Eye was my hardest part of my arting

    • @Lily-om2pe
      @Lily-om2pe 2 роки тому +2

      Im still drawing the eye and its coming out AMAZING

    • @zukoaesp
      @zukoaesp 2 роки тому +1

      @@haroldchannel8883 it'd easy drawing Eyes for me but their not realistic

  • @TheLeonhk
    @TheLeonhk 5 місяців тому

    Just stumbled across this tutorial and grabbed a pencil and some paper and gave it a go. Very happy with the results for a first attempt at drawing a realistic eye. Thank you so much for posting the video. I've instantly got the bug.

  • @JC-pv3nt
    @JC-pv3nt Рік тому +3

    Thank you so much for this tutorial! I've just completed my attempt and it turned out amazing!! ❤️

  • @totoro3007
    @totoro3007 5 років тому +469

    Roses are red, Violets are blue, I was terrible at art, until I watched you.
    Thank you. Sincerely, The Fruitless Lie.

    • @kdraw2154
      @kdraw2154 5 років тому +4

      lol good one

    • @litim7468
      @litim7468 5 років тому +2

      Great one

    • @totoro3007
      @totoro3007 5 років тому +3

      wow thanks guys i never got a comment liked this much!

    • @AnarchyWillows
      @AnarchyWillows 5 років тому +15

      Roses are red,
      That may be true,
      But violets are violet,
      When were they blue?

    • @malakkok7415
      @malakkok7415 5 років тому +1

      @@AnarchyWillows it's a song !

  • @sugarlilac
    @sugarlilac 3 роки тому +674

    Her eye: Beautiful and realistic
    My eye: looks like a croissant

    • @peencheen7514
      @peencheen7514 3 роки тому +25

      Made me fucking spit out my juice!!! 😆

    • @jessiejohairdesign
      @jessiejohairdesign 3 роки тому +6

      Lol

    • @coryfranklin5109
      @coryfranklin5109 3 роки тому +2

      HAHAHAHA

    • @sharppixpencilart
      @sharppixpencilart 3 роки тому +3

      Iam a portrait artist if you like my arts just need you big help
      ua-cam.com/channels/4Femq6El40-Vb_gYgBYQew.html

    • @starryeyedd
      @starryeyedd 3 роки тому +1

      you should watch angel ganev, hes really good at teaching realism and has a discord where you can submit art for it to potentially be in one of his "judging your ___ drawings" videos.