Understanding Value and Contrast
Students will explore the concept of value (lightness and darkness) and its role in creating contrast and form in drawings.
Key Questions
- Explain how varying values create the illusion of three-dimensionality.
- Construct a value scale using a single drawing medium.
- Analyze how high contrast can create drama in an artwork.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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