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bright or dark?
Tone is how bright or dark a colour appears. We sometimes call this the value of a colour.
Elements of Art
You can use tone to create a feeling of distance. We also sometimes talk about colours looking warm or cool. This is because the higher the value, the stronger a colour. A bright red looks ‘hotter’ than a dull red. And a lighter blue looks cooler than a dark blue.
YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT …
YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT …
YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT …
YOUR MISSION, SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT …
Look at this sketch of a corridor with arches and steps.
Can you see that it is possible to create a fantastic picture using just black and white to create shades of grey. That’s tone.
Your Task
Drawing in 3D
Get yourself a pencil and a piece of paper and find something white to draw. Perhaps a candle or a mug or a plate. Now put it against a white background – like a wall or another sheet of paper.
Now draw the object. You’ll have to focus only on the lights and darks – the values and tones. Look at the shadows. Look at where the light is coming from. It will make your drawing look 3D.
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Great to see you here, thank you for the visit! See you next time …
Tanno & Iguda