If you want your object to look like it is suspended in space or hanging from a string, draw your shadow below and not touching your object.Ĭompare the value of the shadow to the values on your object. If your object is laying on a surface be sure your shadow is connected. The contour lines on this example are pretty thick but in this assignment, students will end up not having any contour lines. This is an example of paper airplane sketches by Melanie Newcombe. When you look at your finished drawing the only lines you should see are the notebook paper lines (If using lined paper). Remember to use a shield if you need a sharp, clean edge A shaded background can also distinguish lighter areas of the airplanes. We get rid of the light line by deciding which side is darker. Realistic drawings have more than 25 values. Your darks will have to be very, very dark and your lights from very light to medium to be able to show 10 values. Purpose: To strengthen your ability to represent many values, edges, shadows, and printed lines. Your Drawing of an Paper Airplane or Wad of Paper
