Techniques Used to Create Tonal Value (Leaving Cert DCG): Flashcards

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Techniques Used to Create Tonal Value
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Purpose of tone in drawing

Creates illusion of 3D form & depth

4 main tonal techniques

Hatching, crosshatching, scribbling, stippling

Universal spacing principle for tonal techniques

Closer marks = darker; spaced marks = lighter tones

Hatching technique

Series of parallel lines to create tone

Hatching spacing effect

Close lines = dark; spaced lines = light

Crosshatching technique

2+ sets of parallel lines intersecting at angles

Crosshatching layer process

1st layer one way, 2nd at diff angle, more for darker

Scribbling technique

Loose, random marks

Stippling technique

Individual dots/small marks to build tone

Strategic technique combination

Hatching for form, crosshatch shadows, scribble texture, stipple detail

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