Drawing A Crying Eye
Tears streaming down your cheeks, a quivering lip – what image calls out screaming tears more than an eye reddened, tired and swollen to the point of looking like it’s about to burst? Drawing a crying eye can seem daunting but don’t worry, with a few simple steps you can transform an ordinary eye onto a truly sad, emotional one.
First and foremost, you will want to consider the type of eye you’ll be drawing. Although plenty of eyes can cry, there are different shapes, sizes, and colors that make each one special. Choose wisely.
Start by sketching out the eye you want with a pencil. Make sure you keep the tear ducts and eyelids visible but for a realistic look, add some darkness in areas around the eye. If you’re using an eraser, erase gradually to create the softer edges needed for a believable image.
Now for the highlight of the eye – the tears. Make sure you draw them carefully, in the correct size and shape for your eye. Start by adding tear streaks, move on to add a few large tears, and then top it off with a few tiny ones. You can add details such as wisps of hair, puffy eyelids, or even dark circles or veins around the eyes to bring the emotion out even further.
For the final touches, use a lightening pen to the highlights of the tear to make them pop. Shade the shadows around the eye to create the contrast it needs to truly convey how the character is feeling. And there you have it – a detailed, realistic drawing of a crying eye!
Adding Color
When it comes to drawing an eye, adding colors can be one of the most daunting tasks for a beginner. Start by sketching out the eye and its features as discussed before. Once you’re ready, take out your colors of choice to add the desired amount of depth and emotion.
If you want to create a brighter look, go for brighter shades like yellow, orange or pink. If you want to convey a darker emotion, use darker hues like blue, purple or black. Add realistic highlights and shadows to bring out the various elements of the eye and create depth. When it comes to adding tears, you can use lighter hues like white or gray to emphasize their presence.
Don’t forget to add that extra special touch of color to your eye! To do this, use an eye shadow, line the edges of the eye, and even draw on wrinkles. Lastly, use your imagination to add color in a way that will bring out the emotion you’re looking to portray.
Adding Expression
Adding expression to an eye isn’t just about adding shades of color. It’s about making sure the eye looks alive, almost as if it is full of emotion. Add movement to the eyelashes, the eyebrows, and the eyelids by gently shading them and make sure the eyes are not too even or too symmetrical.
To make a sad or crying eye, draw slightly upturned or curved eyebrows which will help create a slight droopiness in the eye. For a pained look, draw an exaggerated curve to the brows, which will draw the eye down and make it look like the character is in pain. To create a crying look, draw tears with curved or slightly curved lines, as if they’re spilling from the tear ducts.
Painting An Eye
Painting an eye can seem like a daunting task. But don’t worry, it’s actually quite easy when you know what you’re doing. First, start by sketching out the eye and its features as discussed before. Once you’re ready, switch to a paint brush for the desired look.
Start off by adding the darker shades first and then gradually move to the lighter shades, using small brush strokes as you go. To make the eye seem as realistic as possible, use thin, wispy brush strokes and add shadows in areas where shadows would be seen. To add warmth or coolness, you can even add a bit of light or dark pink, or blue to the eye depending on the look you’re going for.
Don’t forget to use details such as eyelashes and eyebrows when painting the eye. By adding thin lines or dots, you can give the eye a sense of life and emotion. And lastly, don’t forget to add muted colors or grey hues to the whites of the eye to give it a more realistic look.
Creating Depth
When drawing an eye, adding more depth and realism to the image is key. Start by using shades and layers of color, from dark to light. When using the colors, mix them so that the colors flow from one shade to the other, creating an illusion of movement in the eye.
Next, use highlights and shadows around the eye so that the emotion a character may be feeling makes the image even more lifelike. You can use different shades of black, white, and gray to create nuanced shadows and light around the eyes.
Finally, use your imagination when creating depth in your image. Add small details such as veins around the eyes or mottling in the whites of the eye to make the eye look like it’s been crying for a long time. Adding details that aren’t visible in real life makes your drawing look more realistic and alive.
Finishing Touches
For the finishing touches of your eye, use a lightening pen to bring out the highlights within the eyes. This will bring an extra bit of emotion to your drawing. You can also add wispy strokes of eyeliner to create a more dramatic look.
When it comes to eyelashes, you can use multiple techniques such as flicking the pencil in different directions for a more realistic look. Or use a thin liner brush to create shorter, more intricate lashes. This will help give the eye a more realistic, detailed look.
Finally, for the final details, add tiny tears and streaks of tears to emphasize the emotion of the image. By doing this, the viewer will feel as if they’re feeling exactly what the character is feeling – a truly crying eye.
