The most realistic pencil drawings we've seen In the list below, we feature 25 artists who create extremely realistic pencil drawings, plus an example of the work of each.

Patient artist Paul Lung spends up to 60 hours sketching incredibly detailed pictures of his subjects with just a single pencil.

In the right hands, the pencil can produce images that are rich in texture and depth. Through the vast range of lights and darks possible with graphite, pencil drawings often even allude to color. … ...

The artist uses graphite pencils to perfectly mimic real life. Her illustrations of of people and animals look like they could be alive, all the way down to the last freckle or strand of hair.

Paul Cadden, 50, from Glasgow, uses his incredible eye for detail to recreate photos in black and white, often using only a graphite pencil or watercolours.

Simone Sue uses graphite pencils to create realistic drawings (Image: Simone Sue) Simone does commissioned pencil drawn portraits of family members and pets, receiving bookings via Facebook ...

You can try drawing your pets and loved ones, or anything you might want to draw like plants or food. Here are some of the materials you’ll need to create drawings you’ll love.