Getting Shady: A Fun Dive into Lines and Values

Values are the magic trick that makes drawings come alive. When you get your lights, mediums, and darks working together, your sketch suddenly has depth, focus, and flow. A strong value plan guides the viewer’s eye, highlights the star of the show. Combine this with strong lines, they make the whole sketch looks like it belongs in the real world. Using pen and ink wash, we will use expressive lines, bold lights, and deep darks, and experiment how simple marks can create mood and depth to your sketches.