Step by Step How to Draw a Realistic Eye With Colored Pencils Layering and burnishing are very easy to achieve, even for a beginner. The pigment is still very rich and the binder is exceptional. The quality of the pencil will always play a role in the overall success of your work.Īlthough some will argue that the quality of Prismacolor has declined in recent years, I haven't found this to be the case. They are a bit pricey, but well worth the investment. My personal favorite among all brands and types (and the pencils used in this demonstration) are Prismacolor Premier pencils. To compare colored pencils brands and types, I suggest you check out the colored pencil comparison chart, which includes my recommendations. The quality of the wood that encases the pencil also plays a role. The quality of the pencil depends greatly on the binder used and the concentration of pigment. (Some of the following links are affiliate links which means we earn a small commission if you purchase at no additional cost to you.)Īs far as colored pencils go, there is great disparity among brands. We take a much deeper look at burnishing colored pencils in The Colored Pencil Course.Ĭolored Pencil Materials Used in this Demonstration Solvents can also be applied using a brush. ![]() For darker colors, a colorless blender can be used. Lighter pencils such as white and cream can be used to work the color into the surface. Burnishing is basically polishing the waxy build up so that it is completely filling in the "tooth" or texture of the paper. This creates an even surface that is usually "slick" to the touch.īurnishing can be accomplished in several different ways. Once the surface has reached this "waxy" consistency, burnishing can occur. Colors can be gradually adjusted for this reason as well. This allows the artist to create smooth gradations between colors and values. This waxy build up allows the colors to blend and layer easily. With each progressively heavier application, the binder becomes thicker on the surface, creating a "buttery" consistency. Although you can use them anyway that you like, I have found that heavily applying the color produces a more desired result. In contrast, layering multiple applications of color adds depth to the color, making it appear more natural and realistic.Ĭolored pencils are designed to be built up to a heavy application. ![]() ![]() The secret to producing a "painted look" with colored pencils comes from the application approach and what I like to call "the magic of burnishing".Ĭolored pencils require multiple applications of color. Using just one color usually results in an artificial look. Creating a Painted Look With Colored Pencils Clearly, they are much more than a medium reserved for sketching. Colored pencils can be used to produce incredibly vivid imagery with strong colors. I thought that they were great for sketching, but not really capable of producing rich and vivid colors.īut overtime, I have learned just the opposite. I definitely did not realize this when I first used them. If you want to check out the basics of drawing an eye with graphite pencils, please have a look at the following lesson.Ĭolored pencils are a powerful medium for creating art. In this lesson, we'll look at drawing a realistic eye with colored pencils.
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