A Glimpse Into the Class
We explore value drawing. Creating values on core 3D shapes to create the illusion of depth.
Learn the Power of Classical Drawing
Fundamentals of Shading
People say to me all the time "I wish I could draw, but I don't have the Talent." The truth is drawing is a learned skill. Talent has little to do with it. Learn the approaches of great drawing with desire, belief, and determination! Do that and you will be amazed at what you will be able to draw! Join Me and Get Creative!
What We Will Learn
- Ten Step Value Scale
- Handholds for Shading
- Controlling Flat Tones
- Creating Variations of Tone
- How To Create Depth
- How Values Behave
- Shade the Sphere
- Shade the Cube
- Shade the Pyramid
- Shade the Cone
- Shade the Cylinder
- Shade the Pear
Requirements:
- Desire to Learn
- Drawing Supplies paper, pencils and erasers
- Basic Drawing Experience
- Understand How draw basic 3D Shapes
- The Power of Line Class recommended
- Previous Experience with Shading not required
This is the Next Class in the Fundamentals of Drawing Series a follow up to the class The Power of Line.
Hi, I’m Kevin McCain
Kevin’s passion for drawing is the artist's to transform a flat piece of paper into a vibrant, three-dimensional world. His dedication to this art form shines through in his personal creations and illustrations, which captivatingly explore the dynamic interplay of light, texture, and detail. As an instructor, Kevin is committed to igniting the same fervor in his students that fuels his own artistic journey. He ensures that each student emerges from his course not just with a foundational knowledge of light and shading techniques, but with the tools to infuse their drawings with striking depth and powerful expression. Embrace the opportunity to learn from a master who inspires creativity and fosters artistic growth!
Curriculum Overview
- Form Shadows, What They Are and How to See Them (20:07)
- Let's Start Adventure with The Sphere Part 1 (62:49)
- The Adventure Continues, Drawing The Sphere Part 2 (43:35)
- Being Square Was Never So Fun, Drawing the Cube Part 1 (49:43)
- The Return of Drawing the Cube Part 2 (58:37)
- Let's Give a Nod to the Ancients and Draw the Pyramid (68:30)
- Let's Create A Drawing of the Cone Pt. 1 (49:48)
- Returning To Drawing The Cone Part 2 (61:01)
- Last But Not Least Drawing the Cylinder Pt. 1 (52:49)
- The Unforgotten Drawing The Cylinder Part 2 (59:22)