Digital Shading

Grade 9β€’45 minutes

Learning Objective

I can use a digital art program to create a shaded sphere, demonstrating an understanding of light source and tonal values.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Define "form shadow" and "cast shadow" as they relate to digital shading, and explain the key difference between them.

2. Explain why shadows are not simply darker versions of the direct light, according to the video. What factors influence the color and saturation of shadows?

3. Describe the concept of "ambient light" in the context of digital shading. Where does ambient light come from, and how does it affect the appearance of shadows?

...and 4 more questions

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Shading Tutorial for Digital Artists...

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