Digital Art: Painting Realistic Eyes

Learn how to paint realistic digital eyes with emotion, depth, and texture using Procreate, Photoshop, or any app

What you'll learn

How to draw and paint realistic digital eyes from scratch using any drawing software (Procreate, Photoshop, etc.)

Master the anatomy of the eye, including eyelids, iris, eyelashes, and reflections

Learn to create hyper-realistic textures: skin, pores, moisture, and light

Step-by-step techniques for blending colors and shading to create depth

Understand how to paint different eye types, emotions, and angles

Use layers, brushes, and effects to achieve professional-level realism

Create a finished eye painting portfolio for social media or freelance work

Learn tricks to make eyes look more alive, expressive, and captivating

Requirements

A basic understanding of digital drawing tools (such as Procreate, Photoshop, Krita, or similar)

A drawing tablet or iPad with a stylus (e.g., Apple Pencil, Wacom, etc.)

Any digital art software that supports layers and brushes

No advanced skills needed — beginners to intermediate artists are welcome!

Motivation to improve your digital painting skills and a passion for drawing eyes

Description

Want to learn how to paint realistic digital eyes that are full of depth, emotion, and life?In this step-by-step course, you’ll master the essential techniques to create lifelike digital eyes using Procreate, Photoshop, or any digital art software. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate artist, this course will help you take your eye-painting skills to the next level.You’ll learn how to:Sketch accurate eye anatomy (eyelids, iris, lashes, tear ducts)Shade and blend for 3D depth and natural lightingPaint realistic textures skin, moisture, pores, and reflectionsAdd emotion and character to your digital eyesUse layers, brushes, and effects efficientlyCreate portfolio worthy eye illustrationsPerfect for digital portrait artists, character designers, and anyone who struggles with making eyes look truly real and expressive.By the end of this course, you’ll be able to paint captivating eyes that grab attention and you’ll gain skills you can apply to full portraits, commissions, or your art portfolio.No advanced skills neededjust your passion, a stylus, and any drawing software. Tools You Can Use:ProcreatePhotoshopClip Studio PaintKritaAny app that supports layers & brushesReady to master the most expressive part of the face?Join now and start painting eyes like a pro!

Overview

Section 1: Welcome

Lecture 1 Welcome

Section 2: Essential Brushes for Eye and Portrait

Lecture 2 Essential Brushes for Eye and Portrait

Section 3: Eye Practices One

Lecture 3 Eye Practices One

Lecture 4 Eye Practices One II

Section 4: Eye Practices Two

Lecture 5 Eye Practices Two

Section 5: Eye Practices Three

Lecture 6 Eye Practices Three

Beginner to intermediate digital artists who want to master drawing realistic eyes,Traditional artists transitioning into digital painting techniques,Portrait illustrators looking to level up their eye detailing skills,Procreate, Photoshop, or Krita users who want to create more lifelike characters,Art students and hobbyists aimiAnyone who struggles with shading, lighting, and painting depth in eyesng to build a strong digital portfolio,Creators preparing for freelance work, commissions, or art challenges