Flipped Classroom
Lucy Jensen
This video tutorial demonstrates how to draw a realistic eye through a clear, step-by-step process designed for beginners. Using graphite pencils and a mechanical pencil, the tutorial guides viewers through essential shading, blending, and detailing techniques to achieve lifelike results. This lesson serves as an excellent starting point for developing drawing confidence and technical skill. By following along, artists can strengthen their understanding of proportions and values before branching out to develop their own unique drawing style. The Pinterest board includes examples of both basic eyes and eyes with more expression. This gives students a chance to explore a variety of styles and observe how subtle changes in shape, line, and detail can convey different emotions and personalities.
This video can be used if students miss an in-class demo or would like extra practice at their own pace. It allows them to pause, rewind, and review each step as needed, which helps reinforce techniques taught in class. I will also encourage students to watch the video before beginning their realistic eye drawing in class, so they come in with a basic understanding of the process. This way, class time can be used for guided practice, one-on-one feedback, and individual support. The video also gives students who need more time or repetition a chance to build confidence outside of class.