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Properly Portrayed Shadows Define Value and Form

The contrast of dark values against light ones creates the illusion of three-dimensionality. This is needed to portray believable forms. Often, nature will present the artist with conflicting light sources that can destroy the illusion of form. Random spots of … Continue reading

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