So far in Start a New Hobby Week we've looked at some introductory drawing lessons and learned a little about drawing supplies.
Shading is an important part of drawing, allowing us to show light, shade and form. Shading a drawing can be very absorbing and relaxing, too!
There's something meditative about following the contours of a shape, matching the darks and lights as you go.
The Introduction to Pencil Shading article shows you some simple techniques to get good results with pencil shading. You'll discover some common mistakes and how to avoid them. Once you've tried out those techniques, try doing a graded and continuous shading exercise. This will help you master values. You can put your control of tonal value to the test with a fun newspaper shading activity.
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