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Elements and Principles of Art
Quick questions on Tone and value explained: O-Level Art
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What is the tonal areas on a lit object?Show answer
On a simple lit object such as a sphere you can name distinct tonal areas. The highlight is the brightest point, where the light strikes most directly. Moving away from it, the surface passes through light and mid-tones. The core shadow is the darkest band, on the side turned away from the light.
What is stepped, patchy shading?Show answer
Abrupt jumps between tones make a surface look faceted; gradual, smooth gradation makes it look rounded.
What is q1?Show answer
What is tone, and how does it differ from colour? [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Name the tonal areas you would see on a lit sphere. [3 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Explain why a cast shadow is important when drawing an object. [3 marks]
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