How to Draw a Closed Eye (Step by Step for Beginners)
Learn how to draw a closed eye easily with pencil. This step-by-step guide shows beginners how to capture eyelid curves, lashes, and realistic shading when the eye is closed.
✏️ Step 1: Draw the Eye Shape
Start by sketching a gentle horizontal curve — this will be the upper eyelid line.
Below it, add a slightly curved line that follows the same direction — this is the lower eyelid crease.
💡 Tip: The ends of both lines should meet slightly at the outer corner.
✏️ Step 2: Add Eyelid Folds
Just above the main eyelid line, draw a soft, parallel curve — this represents the skin fold above the eyelid.
Keep the curve smooth and natural.
✏️ Step 3: Draw the Eyelashes
Add curved lines along the upper eyelid.
Vary their length — shorter near the inner corner, longer toward the outer corner.
Draw them slightly upward and outward for a natural resting look.
✏️ Step 4: Define the Eyebrow
Above the eyelid fold, draw the eyebrow with smooth pencil strokes.
Make it thicker in the middle and taper toward both ends.
Add a few random hair lines for realism.
✏️ Step 5: Shade the Eyelid
Shade softly under the upper eyelid line to show the slight shadow it casts.
Use a 2B pencil for soft tones and a 4B for the crease.
Blend lightly to make the skin appear smooth.
✏️ Step 6: Add Final Details
Darken the lash base slightly.
Add soft shading above the eyelid fold for depth.
Use your eraser to create a light reflection line across the eyelid for realism.
> 🎨 Pro Tip: Less is more — closed eyes look most realistic with subtle shading, not harsh lines.
🎨 Materials Used:
- HB pencil (outline)
- 2B–4B pencils (shading)
- Blending stump / tissue
- Eraser (for light reflection)
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🌟 Pro Tip:
Observe real closed eyes in photos — notice how the lashes curve naturally and how the eyelid line fades toward the ends. Practice on both male and female eyes to learn subtle differences.
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