Value Structure

Value Structure

Value denotes relationships of light and dark.

White is the lightest value-Black in shadow the Darkest Dark.

9 step value scale 

How light Works

• Highlights, the lightest values present on the surface of an illuminated form, occur upon very smooth and or shinny surfaces. They are the intense spots of light that appear on the crest of the surface facing the light source. 
• Light and Shadow are terms for the broad intermediate values between the more defined areas of a highlight.
• Core Shadow is the most concentrated darkness, it is where the form dives into the shadow.  This is where the Magic happens!
• Reflected light is light that is bouncing back from nearby surfaces it helps to clarify portions of a form, manly the core shadow. It is never lighter than thedarkest light.
• Cast shadows are formed from objects on adjacent planes.

Help create Form and Shape

Space and Atmosphere

Texture

Mood

Points of Interest or Importance

Bartleson Effect

Surrounding Values change your perception 

Tips

Compare and Contrast
Squinting
Limit the number of value changes
Practice

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