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No one’s out of the womb knowing how to draw. It takes a lot of time before childish scribbles take shape and become simplistic drawings that resemble something recognizable. The same goes with realistic drawings, which take exponentially more time to learn than just simple stick figures. It takes thousands of hours of hard work and patience.

The Realistic Drawings of Rafael Konishi

Rafael Konishi from São Paulo, Brazil, is one of those few people who has dedicated his time to learning realistic art and perfecting it. And the result is so realistic it even puts photos to shame since taking photos doesn't require much work. But the fruits of this bitter labor are undeniable, as they’re appreciated and enjoyed by thousands of people and recognized as real art (pun intended!).

To understand whether Rafael started with easy realistic drawings or how his journey progressed in this field. We directly asked the artist. 

Here’s what he had to say about his journey in the arts: “I have been drawing since I was a child, but I drew a lot of manga. I met realistic drawing in 2013, but I really improved myself in 2017. Since then, I have been trying to improve myself in this art that I love so much.” In return for his love for realistic art, his works are loved just as much, and his 5.9k followers on Instagram are proof of it.

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Realistic drawing of woman drinking water from hands

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Glynna Bowood
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Her hair is just completely real- I can detect everything else as drawn but that hair...

Ains
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is very hard to tell but if u look closely at the hand it has a white outline and you can tell there are strokes from whatever they used to draw it.

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Advice for Artists Aspiring to Create Realistic Sketch

Rafael even gave some advice to the readers of Bored Panda. “My advice for those who want to do realistic drawing is to be very patient.” He explained that the reason why he ventured into realistic drawing was because he loves making shapes using pencils.

How do You Choose a Subject for Your Realistic Pencil Sketch?

In terms of the subject, he’s not too picky. “I don't have a favorite theme to draw. I like to do everything that challenges me when I look at an image, and it catches my eye.” He’s certain that in the future, he’ll do what he loves doing most: “I intend to continue looking for images that challenge me and try to be better and better.”

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Realistic drawing of Rose from Titanic

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AzKhaleesi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is ridiculously amazing! the lighting, the hands, I'm blown away.

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Realistic drawing of girl and boy

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm more amazed at what the picture is about! Kids are strong too and deserve to have their voices heard!

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Realistic drawing of statue

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Arturo Mazzuera
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The best so far... once you learn to do realistic art, you should draw things that a camera can not do... using your imagination and talent to create something new and perhaps leave some parts undone to show it is a drawing and not a photoshop filter

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Realistic drawing of a bench

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Realistic drawing of a woman smoking

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Realistic drawing of Tyrion Lannister

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Realistic drawing of a man smoking

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Realistic drawing of woman and girl

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TESSA DAVENPORT
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is it just me or as we scroll down these get more and more Unrealistic (they are still amazing tho!)

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Realistic drawing of a woman's face and rose in her hair

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Realistic drawing of old man eyes

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Lorraine R
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one has a depth and texture that is much more moving than a lot of the more static hyper-realistic ones.

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The Adventure of Realistic Art

Indulging in realistic art is an adventure. And if this is something you yearn for and are hesitating to start, just do it. Carpe diem, right? You can always start with easy, realistic pencil drawings and then see where the road takes you. Who knows, with patience and practice, you might just keep getting better at it!

FAQs About Realistic Drawings

What is the Most Realistic Form of Drawing?

Photorealism, hyperrealism, portraiture, and still life are a few of the most realistic forms of drawing. 

How do I Make My Drawings Realistic?

There are many techniques you can use to make your drawings realistic. Some of them are focusing on the details, practicing regularly, mastering the art of shading, or staying patient through the learning process. 

What Makes a Drawing Look Realistic?

A drawing can look realistic due to many factors like shading, proportions, texture, colors, subject choice, accuracy, etc.