Value and shading
When you draw something with a pencil, it often starts off as a shape.
Shape is one of the Elements of Art; you find shape in negative and positive spaces. Shapes usually can broken down into simpler shapes, such as triangles, circles and rectangles.
When the shape has a volume or looks 3D, then the element of art we start to see is actually called form.
Form happens when you work with actual sculptures, like clay or found objects, but also when you are able to properly shade a two-dimensional object.
For the shape to look realistic, however, you first have to consider where the light comes from!
The CONSISTENCY of your light is most important for the success of your form.
Let's watch a video about form and shading to understand this a little better!
Shape is one of the Elements of Art; you find shape in negative and positive spaces. Shapes usually can broken down into simpler shapes, such as triangles, circles and rectangles.
When the shape has a volume or looks 3D, then the element of art we start to see is actually called form.
Form happens when you work with actual sculptures, like clay or found objects, but also when you are able to properly shade a two-dimensional object.
For the shape to look realistic, however, you first have to consider where the light comes from!
The CONSISTENCY of your light is most important for the success of your form.
Let's watch a video about form and shading to understand this a little better!
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Now you are ready to try shading the Let's Get Shady sheet. Print the sheet to the right to get started!
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