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Mid Term

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MID TERM Due March 7th Paper + Concave Object +  Convex Object Pick a Adjective / Active verb to describe Life size  Use 9 values Take 5 photos minimum exploring different lighting and compositional ideas. Spot light object Make a boarder Use 80 lb paper Examples of concave and convex shapes.

Paper

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Drawing paper is a great way to practice your line work and value.  Notice how abstract some of the shapes can get while still maintaining form.  Make sure to use a light source and be sensitive.   Good luck! Here is a great way to start. Get it all blocked in before adding value. Things to consider: Crisp lines Contrast Interesting shapes Negative space Ground plane Soft and hard transitions For those of you who think this is just for beginners  check these paintings out.

Value Structure

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Value Structure Value denotes relationships of light and dark. White is the lightest value-Black in shadow the Darkest Dark. 9 step value scale  How light Works Highlights, the lightest values present on the surface of an illuminated form, occur upon very smooth and or shinny surfaces. They are the intense spots of light that appear on the crest of the surface facing the light source.  Light and Shadow are terms for the broad intermediate values between the more defined areas of a highlight. Core Shadow is the most concentrated darkness, it is where the form dives into the shadow.  This is where the Magic happens! Reflected light is light that is bouncing back from nearby surfaces it helps to clarify portions of a form, manly the core shadow. It is never lighter than thedarkest light. Cast shadows are formed from objects on adjacent planes. Help create Form and Shape Space and Atmosphere Texture Mood Points of Interest or Importance Bartleson Effect Surrounding Values cha...