Shading with Value

Grade 5β€’45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can use shading to make a flat shape look more 3D.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Define "value" in art, as it relates to shading.

2. Explain how changing the pressure you apply to a pencil affects the value of the mark you make.

3. Describe the technique of "layers of value" as demonstrated in the video.

...and 4 more questions

Educational Video

Value Shading in Layers: Drawing Exercise and Lesson

Bethany Thiele, Art Teacher

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