Drawing Guide_ How To Add Dimension To Drawings, Shading Techniques: Graphic Design Pencil Drawing

by Ronny Pipe

Shading is the process of adding value to create the illusion of form, space, and most importantly - light in a drawing. When executed correctly, shading can make a drawing appear three dimensional and create a convincing image. When rendering a drawing that communicates volume, shading is absolutely critical.

Techniques used for applying shading to an object are quite varied. Each technique produces a different texture and "feel" to the drawing. The drawing medium used may determine the shading technique that is applied in the drawing.

In this book you will

- Introdcution to tools

- Putting the tools to use

- Five-toned drawing exercise

- Cross-contour drawing

- Shading with cross-contour lines

- Light source and shadow

- Shading a tree realistically

- Gradations, highlights, reflections, and blending

- Shading with your pen

- Contrast and focal point

- Combining techniques

The book is perfectly suitable for beginners and moderates of all ages, students and teachers, professionals and novices; anyone can learn how to shade like a pro!

232 pages, Paperback

Published January 4, 2021