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# RapidFireArt

Step-by-step drawing tutorials

## Posts

- [Lesson 1: How to Sketch for Beginners - Simple 4 Step Method](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/04/06/lesson-1-how-to-sketch/)
- [How to Draw Realistic Thin Lips in 10 Steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/05/29/how-to-draw-realistic-thin-lips-in-10-steps/)
- [Beginner's guide to graphite drawing pencils](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/01/03/beginners-guide-to-graphite-drawing-pencils/)
- [My Recommended Drawing Supplies for Beginners](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/06/02/my-recommended-drawing-supplies-for-beginners/)
- [13 Creative Things to Draw When You’re Bored or Have Artist Block](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/05/27/creative-things-to-draw-when-youre-bored-or-have-artist-block/)
- [How to Draw a Circle Freehand - 3 Methods](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/05/30/how-to-draw-a-circle-freehand-3-methods/)
- [How to Draw a Hooded Male Eye in 9 Steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/05/26/how-to-draw-a-hooded-male-eye-in-8-steps/)
- [How to Draw a Face from the 3/4 VIEW (Loomis Method)](https://rapidfireart.com/2024/05/23/how-to-draw-a-face-from-the-3-4-view-loomis-method/) - Follow this detailed, easy-to-follow tutorial to learn how to draw a face and head from the 3/4 angle using the Loomis method. Stepssimplified for clarity.
- [How to Draw a Face from the SIDE (Loomis Method)](https://rapidfireart.com/2022/10/03/how-to-draw-a-face-from-the-side-loomis-method/) - Follow detailed steps to draw a face from the side view using the Loomis Method for drawing heads. This method can also be used to draw heads at any angle!
- [How to Draw a Face from the FRONT (Loomis Method)](https://rapidfireart.com/2022/09/30/how-to-draw-a-face-from-the-front-loomis-method/) - Follow my detailed step-by-step tutorial to learn how to draw a face from the front view, using the Loomis method, which sets you up to draw faces in any angle.
- [How to Draw a Face from the ¾ View - Looking Up (Loomis Method)](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/05/25/how-to-draw-a-face-from-the-3-quarter-view-looking-up-loomis-method/)
- [How to Draw Closed Eyes](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/07/29/how-to-draw-closed-eyes/)
- [How to Draw a Pair of Realistic Eyes](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/09/08/how-to-draw-a-pair-of-realistic-eyes/)
- [How to Draw a Pair of Eyes from the ¾ View](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/05/05/how-to-draw-a-pair-of-eyes-from-the-3-quarter-view/)
- [How to draw eyelashes](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/11/30/how-to-draw-eyelashes/)
- [How to Draw a Hyper-Realistic Eye](https://rapidfireart.com/2024/07/30/how-to-draw-a-hyper-realistic-eye/)
- [How to shade & pencil shading techniques](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/07/19/how-to-shade-the-ultimate-tutorial/) - Learn how to shade realistic portraits and skin textures. These pencil shading techniques will make your shading look as smooth as butter!
- [How to draw eyebrows on paper](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/12/07/how-to-draw-eyebrows/) - Hey guys! In this tutorial, I'm going to show you how to draw realistic and subtle eyebrows. Learn how to draw eyebrows that compliment a drawing instead of sticking out like a sore thumb! The structure of this tutorial will be similar to my previous one on eyelashes: examples with explanations and then application in a step by
- [How to draw short hair (very detailed)](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/01/10/how-to-draw-short-hair-from-the-side/) - Looking for a highly detailed tutorial on how to draw short hair? This is very extensive with tons of examples, a full step by step tutorial and mini tutorial.
- [How to draw realistic hair: The ultimate tutorial](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/06/17/how-to-draw-realistic-hair-the-ultimate-tutorial/) - Use these 4 simple steps to draw any hairstyle, realistically. This tutorial covers 3 different styles of hair: Straight, curly and short.
- [How to draw an ear - 5 easy steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/04/21/how-to-draw-an-ear/) - Learning how to draw an ear is a lot easier when you simplify the shapes like the ear image below. Follow this simple tutorial with images to help you along the way.
- [How to draw hands part 1 - Construction](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/08/19/how-to-draw-hands-part-1-construction/) - Learn how to draw a realistic hand in 7 easy to follow steps. You will never struggle with drawing hands again. Reference pictures included.
- [How to draw a nose from the front - 7 easy steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2013/05/09/how-to-draw-the-nose-from-the-front/) - Follow me as I teach you how to draw a nose via simple step by step instructions. Learn to draw a realistic nose in 7 simple steps, starting with just a circle!
- [How to draw lips - 10 easy steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2013/05/10/how-to-draw-lips/) - Learn to draw realistic lips starting with a simple triangle shape. With this method, you can draw all types of lips: thin, plump, wide, narrow and more.
- [How to Draw Eyes Step-by-Step (Realistic Eye Drawing for Beginners)](https://rapidfireart.com/2013/05/08/how-to-draw-eyes/) - Learn how to draw a realistic eye using these easy step by step instructions. Find out how to give your eyes depth and life with this detailed tutorial.
- [Pencil Shading Techniques Intro](https://rapidfireart.com/2020/01/15/pencil-shading-techniques-intro/)
- [5 Common Mistakes When Drawing Eyes](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/04/02/common-mistakes-when-drawing-eyes/)
- [Learn how to draw a face in 8 easy steps: Beginners](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/12/07/how-to-draw-a-face-in-8-steps/) - Learn how to draw a face with correct proportions in 8 simple steps. You can easily draw faces without using a reference photo if you just remember a few key things!
- [How to draw a female face in 8 steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/03/03/how-to-draw-a-female-face/) - Another highly requested tutorial fresh out of the oven! This one is, again based off my original method, but with a few small changes here and there to create a female face with soft features. I'll explain the differences in each step as we go along. Note: Remember to use an HB pencil with light pressure for all
- [How to draw 6 different eye shapes](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/01/19/how-to-draw-different-eye-shapes/) - This step by step tutorial takes you through a very simple process to draw 6 unique eye shapes. You can apply the same techniques to draw other types of eyes.
- [How to draw a female face (side view)](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/03/08/how-to-draw-a-female-face-from-the-side/) - Learn how you can draw realistic female faces quickly. This tutorial takes you through a step by step process with detailed explanations and examples.
- [How to Draw Faces for Beginners - SIMPLE](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/10/24/how-to-draw-faces-for-beginners-easy/) - Here's a quick and easy method for beginners to draw male and female faces. In this tutorial, I'll draw 2 basic faces and then I'll demonstrate how some easy modifications can affect the overall look of the face. This tutorial was requested by Wendy Nelson. Thanks Wendy! Tools: HB pencil Kneaded Eraser (for lifting graphite in
- [How to Draw a Teary Eye in 12 Steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/01/21/how-to-draw-a-teary-eye-in-12-steps/) - Hey guys! It's been a while but I'm back with a new tutorial! Learn how to draw this realistic crying eye from scratch in just 12 steps. This condensed tutorial was made using screenshots taken from my hour-long video tutorial on Youtube. Please refer to the teary eye video if you need any extra explanations
- [How to Make a Blending Stump (DIY Drawing Tool)](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/03/11/how-to-make-a-blending-stump-diy-drawing-tool/) - Learn how to make a DIY blending stump with paper you already have at home. Follow this simple step-by-step DIY tutorial to roll, sharpen, and test it.
- [How to Make DIY Models to Enhance Your Drawing Skills](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/02/02/how-to-make-diy-models-to-enhance-your-drawing-skills/)
- [How to Make a Kneaded Eraser | EASY](https://rapidfireart.com/2020/05/28/how-to-make-a-kneaded-eraser-easy/)
- [How to Draw Lips - 8 Steps | HB Pencil](https://rapidfireart.com/2026/02/02/how-to-draw-lips-8-steps-hb-pencil/)
- [How to draw eyes from the side - 10 steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/03/23/how-to-draw-eyes-from-the-side/) - In my last tutorial I mentioned that I would make a detailed post on drawing eyes from the side. I said that I would post it in a few days... However, I didn't expect it to take more than two weeks! This is what happens when I procrastinate. But hey, I did manage to pump out
- [How to Draw Asian Eyes](https://rapidfireart.com/2019/04/12/how-to-draw-asian-eyes/) - One of the most distinctive features of southeast Asian eyes is that the eyelid crease is tapered instead of parallel with the top eyelid. You can easily make any drawing of an eye go from, for example, Caucasian to southeast Asian by changing just a few aspects which we'll dive into as we go along.
- [Ep 2: How to Fix Asymmetrical Eyes - Fix My Drawing Series](https://rapidfireart.com/2020/02/26/ep-2-how-to-fix-asymmetrical-eyes-fix-my-drawing-series/) - Hey! You’re reading episode 2 of the “Fix my Drawing” series, where I take common drawing mistakes and walk through possible solutions with you. In this episode, let's look at how to fix eyes that were not drawn symmetrically, as suggested by Paulo Austria on Youtube. Let's hop right in! How to Fix Eyes
- [How to draw a nose from the side - 6 steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2013/07/03/how-to-draw-the-nose-profile-view/)
- [How to draw a smile with teeth - 7 easy steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/04/14/how-to-draw-teeth/) - Drawing a realistic smile with teeth is easy Learn how to draw an open, smiling mouth with soft feminine lips. Follow me step by step, one tooth at a time.
- [How to draw hands part 2 - Beyond structure](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/09/15/how-to-draw-hands-part-2-beyond-structure/) - Take your hand drawing to the next level and learn how to draw realistic skin textures, wrinkles and nails in this detailed lesson.
- [How to draw a face from the side - 10 steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/03/05/how-to-draw-a-face-from-the-side/)
- [7 steps to draw noses from the 3/4 view](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/09/27/how-to-draw-a-nose-from-the-34-view/)
- [How to draw lips from the 3/4 view](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/10/07/how-to-draw-lips-from-the-34-view/)
- [How to draw lips from the side](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/10/15/how-to-draw-lips-from-the-side/)
- [How to shade an eyeball](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/12/12/how-to-shade-an-eyeball/)
- [How to draw an ear from the front](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/12/13/how-to-draw-an-ear-from-the-front/)
- [Lesson 2: Learn to See Things Differently](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/04/13/lesson-2-learn-to-see-things-differently-2/)
- [Lesson 9: Learn How to Shade](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/09/30/lesson-9-learn-how-to-shade/)
- [Lesson 10: Putting it All Together!](https://rapidfireart.com/2018/01/09/lesson-10-putting-it-all-together/)
- [How to Shade for Complete Beginners](https://rapidfireart.com/2018/06/14/how-to-shade-for-complete-beginners/)
- [How to Make Drawings POP!](https://rapidfireart.com/2018/09/11/how-to-make-drawings-pop/)
- [How Draw a Realistic Eye From the Side](https://rapidfireart.com/2020/06/04/how-draw-a-realistic-eye-from-the-side/)
- [How to Draw a Male Eyebrow](https://rapidfireart.com/2021/06/17/how-to-draw-a-male-eyebrow/)
- [How to Draw and Shade a Nose from the 3/4 view](https://rapidfireart.com/2024/07/04/how-to-draw-and-shade-a-nose-from-the-3-4-view/)
- [How to Draw Curls in 7 Easy Steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2022/10/28/how-to-draw-curls-in-7-easy-steps/) - Learn how to draw beautiful, realistic curls following simple and detailed steps! With this easy method, you can customize your curls however you'd like them!
- [Detailed guide: How to use a blending stump](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/05/08/detailed-guide-how-to-use-a-blending-stump/)
- [What is a kneaded eraser - How do you use one?](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/05/14/what-is-a-kneaded-eraser-and-how-do-you-use-one/)
- [3 exercises to improve your drawing skills](https://rapidfireart.com/2015/10/04/3-drawing-exercises-to-instantly-boost-your-drawing-skills/)
- [8 unique gifts for artists](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/11/24/awesome-unique-gifts-for-artists/)
- [Drawing technique #1: Shadow lining](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/01/03/drawing-technique-1-shadow-lining/)
- [Lesson 3: Going From 2D to 3D](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/05/09/lesson-3-going-from-2d-to-3d-2/)
- [Lesson 4: How to Draw with Accurate Proportions](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/05/17/lesson-4-how-to-draw-with-accurate-proportions/)
- [Lesson 5: Common Drawing Mistakes and How to Fix Them](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/05/25/lesson-5-common-drawing-mistakes-and-how-to-fix-them/)
- [Lesson 6: Introduction to One and Two Point Perspective](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/07/18/lesson-6-introduction-to-linear-perspectives/)
- [Lesson 8: Introduction to Shading Techniques](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/08/30/lesson-8-introduction-to-shading-techniques/)
- [Lesson 7: Introduction to Line Quality](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/08/15/lesson-7-introduction-to-line-quality/)
- [Ep 1: Drawing Masculine VS. Feminine Features - Fix My Drawing Series](https://rapidfireart.com/2020/02/05/ep-1-drawing-masculine-vs-feminine-features-fix-my-drawing-series/)
- [How to make an artist website in 5 EASY steps](https://rapidfireart.com/2016/09/09/how-to-make-an-artist-website/) - Do you want to make an art portfolio or professional art blog? This tutorial takes you through a step by step guide, making the process fast and easy. Start your art website today, stop holding it off for another day.
- [LED Tracing Board Review - RH A4](https://rapidfireart.com/2018/09/18/led-tracing-board-review-rh-a4/)
- [Super Affordable Drawing Tablet Review - Veikk S640](https://rapidfireart.com/2018/09/13/super-affordable-drawing-tablet-review-veikk-s640/)
- [Huion GT 191 Pen Drawing Tablet Review](https://rapidfireart.com/2018/04/04/huion-gt-191-pen-drawing-tablet-review/)
- [Wacom Intuos Pro Paper Edition - Unboxing & First Impressions](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/09/15/wacom-intuos-pro-paper-edition-unboxing-first-impressions/)
- [Inktober 2017 - My Submissions](https://rapidfireart.com/2017/10/03/inktober-2017-my-submissions/)
- [Johnny Depp Oil Painting on my Livingroom Wall](https://rapidfireart.com/2013/11/19/johnny-depp-oil-painting-livingroom-wall/)

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