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Tonality
W H E N MAKING A TONAL DRAWING, t h e r e are p r i n c i p a l l y Dramatic lighting emphasizes texture and contour, making
complicated or subtle surfaces easier to see and understand. It
two opposite methods of achieving the same result. You maximizes the range of tones between black and white, and
can begin with outlines and build slowly from light to dark strong contrasts are easier to draw. Remember that shadows,
(see opposite top), or you can begin with a mid-gray ground beams of light, and solid objects are all of equal importance.
and model light out of darkness (see opposite bottom). In the finished drawing there should be few, if any. outlines,
simply shapes and subtleties of light and dark meeting each
Start by arranging a choice of shells on a sheet of paper to other with no divisions in between. Draw the largest and most
your left if you are right-handed (or vice versa). It is important distinct areas of light and darkness first. Gradually hone your
to place them on the correct side so as to draw comfortably drawing, leaving detail until last. Relaxing your eyes out of
(see pp.22-23). Illuminate them with a gooseneck lamp focus as you draw will help to dissolve the distraction of detail.
placed very close and directed away from your eyes; if light
shines in them, it will inhibit your perception of tone.
LIGHT TO DARK DARK TO LIGHT
