Shade and Shadow (Leaving Cert DCG): Quizzes
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What is the primary benefit of using shade & shadow in freehand drawings?
What is the primary benefit of using shade & shadow in freehand drawings?
Adds depth, dimension & visual interest
Which type of drawing typically requires more shading than others?
Which type of drawing typically requires more shading than others?
Presentation drawings
What is the fundamental rule for adding shade & shadow to drawings?
What is the fundamental rule for adding shade & shadow to drawings?
Must make drawing clearer or attractive
What is a shadow?
What is a shadow?
Dark area cast onto a surface by blocking
What does shade refer to in technical drawing?
What does shade refer to in technical drawing?
Light reflected from object's surfaces
What is the shade line also known as?
What is the shade line also known as?
Casting line
Where are shadows cast?
Where are shadows cast?
On surfaces like floors & walls
When no light source is specified, where should you assume it comes from?
When no light source is specified, where should you assume it comes from?
Above & slightly to one side
How should light rays be treated for most drawing purposes?
How should light rays be treated for most drawing purposes?
As parallel rays like sunlight
What determines the shape & size of shadows?
What determines the shape & size of shadows?
Light source position & the object