VAL - Value Still Life Using Additive and Reductive Value Techniques Lesson

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Value Still Life Using Additive and Reductive Value Techniques Lesson

Introduction

For this microlesson, you will complete the still life using additive and reductive techniques. Take your time through this process and continually revise your values to build accuracy.

Explore

Still Life Presentation

Please watch the presentation below to learn more about still life.

Still Life Demo

It is now time to watch the Still Life Demo video. Take notes as you watch the video and reach out to your instructor with any questions.

  • Now, you are ready to begin the Value Still Life.
  • Please, watch the video on how to draw the still life.
  • The final drawing will be drawn from a still life including both reflective objects and soft objects such as ornaments and fabric or soft paper. It needs to fill the page as much as possible and go off the page at least TWICE.
  • Cover the 9x12 drawing paper in your sketchbook with an even coat of graphite using the same method as with the crumpled paper.
  • Students will draw a value scale on a separate sheet.
  • Observing the provided still life and using sighting methods, lightly draw your composition with an eraser (a cap eraser works well for this).
  • Erase highlights in their observed shapes and create a combination of flat and graded value transitions to create the form.
  • GRADED TRANSITIONS ARE GRADUAL
  • FLAT TRANSITIONS ARE SUDDEN CHANGES
  • The Kneaded eraser works well to softly blend the lighter values.
  • Compare the values to your value scale to determine what is correct. Pencils can be used to add details within the composition.
  • Build up the value slowly and carefully. Pay attention to how you hold your pencil (holding it close to the lead for darker values and far away from the lead for lighter values). Whether you are erasing or drawing value, draw in small, overlapping circles or ovals to build up the correct transition.
  • Don’t forget to draw a portrait/ self-portrait in the ornaments. Also, add shadows on to the paper ribbon and table.

Extension

Glasses Research

A value still life can be created at home using glasses of various sizes and shapes. Glass is more difficult than metallic objects and requires an understanding of the process. Try it!

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