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Have you ever wanted to draw tired eyes? Being able to capture facial emotion, especially a tired expression, can be an incredibly powerful tool in creating an immersive piece of artwork. If you want to give your drawings an extra touch of emotion, learning how to draw tired eyes can be a great addition to your repertoire. Here are some tips on creating a realistic representation of tired eyes.
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The key to drawing tired eyes is to observe and take note of the minute details. Begin by familiarizing yourself with the anatomy of the eye. Take note of the eyelids and eyebrow lines, as well as subtle wrinkles around the eye which can help convey a look of fatigue. Additionally, you should pay attention to the shape and position of the eyes, as this will help you to create a more realistic representation of tired eyes.
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The next step is to focus on the shading of the eyes. You’ll want to give them a darkened, heavy appearance. Start by creating multiple shadow layers with a drawing pencil—the darker the circles you create, the more tired your eyes will appear.
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To really capture the tired look, you’ll need to add saggy eyelids. Exaggerate the eyelid lines and make sure they really capture the heaviness of the eyes. Additionally, adding downward lines around the eyes can give them an even more tired look.
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Finally, add some highlights to your artwork. These tiny details are essential for making the eyes look realistic. You can use a white or silver pen to create the highlights and make sure to place them in the right place—on the upper sides of the eyeballs, eyebrows and curly eyelashes. This will help create the illusion of tired eyes, and will give your artwork an extra dose of realism.
