Art 1 - Value Drawing

Pencil Value Shapes and Shadows Drawing - ____
  1. Print out the project handout sheet below and glue this into your sketchbook.  Let this be your guide to complete the project. 
  2. View the videos below to learn more about value drawings and see more examples.  You can also view the student examples below.
  3. Create a value scale from dark to light in your sketchbook. Use at least FIVE different pencil leads to show the scale.
  4. Using the geometric models (Cube, Cylinder, Cone and Pyramid), create a drawing in your sketchbook that shows the three-dimensional qualities (length, width, and height) of each model and the shadows created by the forms using a pencil and a full range of values.  (If creating this at home, discuss with teacher good items to substitute for this. 
  5. Create a larger final drawing of either the geometric models,  a still life pr a black and white photo.  Focus on the 3D qualities of the objects and their shadows using a full range of values.  You may use any dry medium (pencil, pastel, oil pastel, colored pencil or crayon).  Minimum size: 9” x 12”