Understanding Facial Expressions and IPR

Why is drawing faces difficult?

• Only one technique is used.

• All facial expressions look the same.

• Many details need to be learned.

• Emotions do not affect the face.

What are real facial expressions?

• They are controlled and planned.

• They happen naturally and show true feelings.

• They stay the same all the time.

• They are always exaggerated.

What is a false facial expression?

• A real emotional reaction.

• A stronger version of an emotion.

• A face that hides true feelings.

• A neutral face.

Which part of the face shows happiness the most?

• Nose

• Forehead

• Mouth and cheeks

• Ears

How do eyes change when someone is truly happy?

• They open wide.

• They narrow and wrinkle underneath.

• They stay the same.

• They close completely.

How do eyebrows move when showing sadness?

• They move up and closer together.

• They stay the same.

• They move down and apart.

• They don’t change.

What happens to the mouth when someone is surprised?

• Lips become tight.

• Mouth stays closed.

• Jaw drops, and mouth opens.

• Lips form a smile.

How do eyes show surprise?

• The white above the iris is visible.

• Eyelids move lower.

• Eyes get smaller.

• Pupils shrink.

What happens to the lower face when someone is scared?

• It looks more rounded.

• It widens and flattens.

• It stays the same.

• It forms a pout.

What happens to the forehead when someone is afraid?

• It stays smooth.

• Wrinkles appear all over.

• A single deep line appears.

• It tightens and flattens.