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Beginner Colour / Color Theory - Value in Shape, Form and Composition

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In Lesson 2 of our Beginner Colour Theory series we take on the most important of our three Scales of colour - Value. Value is the key to developing feel and mood within our images. If we get our Value compositions correct, then this is going to go a long way into helping us create a successful illustration. In this less we'll cover Value for both Form and Landscape, breakdown how we need to think about it, and also do a couple of demonstrations as well.  There will be 2 class Assignments for you to attempt at the end of the lesson.  If you haven't started Lesson 1 it's recommended you begin there first.  

If you are using digital drawing applications I recommend Realistic Paint Studio as it has the best mixing tools for digital paint. If you're using traditional paints I recommend starting with a cheap set of water based or acrylic paints, oils tends to be a little tricky to begin with. Black and White is all you need.

Beginner Colour Theory Series.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Colour and Harmony
Lesson 3: Expanding the Colour Wheel, Working With Hue

Software Recommended:
http://realisticpaint.com

Software Used:
https://affinity.serif.com/en-gb/photo/

Syllabus

  • Trailer
  • Value Scale and Recap
  • Value Planes and Gradation
  • High, Medium and Low Keys
  • Light and Shadow Contrast
  • Value Ranges
  • Low Key Demonstration
  • High Key Demonstration
  • Landscape Values
  • Landscape Demonstration 1
  • Landscape Demonstration 2
  • Assignment

Taught by

JW Learning

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