I really appreciate how simple you make things - excellent example. I also appreciate the "homework" you suggested with a roll of paper towels. I'm going to try this - thanks!
I'm so happy I decided to look up how to paint shadows, and this tutorial came up. I still don't understand exactly so I will do the exercise you recommend. I should have known there was an actual technique for figuring this out, but I didn't realize it. EDIT: Oh my I just went to see if you had very many videos and you have a ton! So many to watch! I'll check out your website too. I use watercolor mostly.
So glad you went searching for how to paint shadows. Even though the techniques used in watercolor are totally different from those used in oils, the way color and all the composition principles work are the same. Welcome aboard!
Took my paper towel outside put it in the ground wind blew, opened it up and my cast shadow was an odd shape. Still worked very nicely walk around it and sure enough it changed the shadow. Great lesson thank you.
I love to hear from folks like you who actually tried an experiment I suggested. Thanks for reporting back. Yes, the wind will participate and that opens up even more possibilities.
Hi, I’m pretty new to your quick tips and acrylic painting. Sorry if you’ve already done this. My question is, how to prepare a canvas before you paint acrylic on it. I’ve seen people use sand paper, and/or gesso 3 times, paint an underpainting, etc. And how do you choose a canvas? Thank you!
We can't make rules about that. We find those answers by observing. So much depends upon the movement of the water, the direction of the light source and your vantage point.
There is a difference between cast shadows and form shadows. Cast shadows are shadows cast by a shape blocking the light source. Indeed, they can be found anywhere, even in still lifes and on curtains, etc. Form shadows are shadows on any form/shape that are moving away from the light source or are on the opposite side of the light source.
I wonder how to determine where cast shadow touches object edge. As this point isn’t explained very clearly, so I’m very confused about this. Can you have detailed explanation? Thanks!
You determine this by observation. We can't make rules about these things because cast shadows are determined by the light source--where it is located and how bright it is. We can use the little principle I explain here as a guide, but observation is always the best way.
I really appreciate how simple you make things - excellent example. I also appreciate the "homework" you suggested with a roll of paper towels. I'm going to try this - thanks!
Great. We learn by doing.
You are an amazing teacher. Thank you so much!
Thank you! 😃
Thank you so much for your time. What a gifted teacher you are. Absolutely love your lessons.
Thanks.
I love how simple this is. I'd wondered about this for a long time until your teachings and as usual, you just break stuff down and make it doable!
One note at a time....
Thank you, Dianne! Your explanation is so much simpler and easy to follow than others that I've watched.
Thanks for watching.
You're just awesome Dianne, thank you so very much for your teaching's. I enjoy all your studies and do learn more and more from you. Thank you
Thanks, Johnny. I'm delighted to be helpful in your artistic growth.
I'm so happy I decided to look up how to paint shadows, and this tutorial came up. I still don't understand exactly so I will do the exercise you recommend. I should have known there was an actual technique for figuring this out, but I didn't realize it. EDIT: Oh my I just went to see if you had very many videos and you have a ton! So many to watch! I'll check out your website too. I use watercolor mostly.
So glad you went searching for how to paint shadows. Even though the techniques used in watercolor are totally different from those used in oils, the way color and all the composition principles work are the same. Welcome aboard!
Fantastic as usual, simple and genius! Thank you, Diane!❤
Thanks!
Dianne, thank you. This is most helpful.
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Fantastic, thank you, thank you. Just the info I was seeking today😀
You are so welcome!
Took my paper towel outside put it in the ground wind blew, opened it up and my cast shadow was an odd shape. Still worked very nicely walk around it and sure enough it changed the shadow. Great lesson thank you.
I love to hear from folks like you who actually tried an experiment I suggested. Thanks for reporting back. Yes, the wind will participate and that opens up even more possibilities.
Thank you very much for this great explanation!
My pleasure.
That’s a huge paper towel! 😄. Thank you the practical tip.
They last longer when you buy the bigger rolls 😄.
You're awesome. Simple, direct & super helpful. And you've reminded me that I need to order more paper towels. ;-)
...something an artist can never have too many of...
Great tutorial.....as always. Thanks!
Thanks for watching.
Excellent explanation. Thanks!!
My pleasure.
This is so pleasant thank youuuu
My pleasure.
Thank you.
You bet.
Thanks Dianne
My pleasure.
Hi, I’m pretty new to your quick tips and acrylic painting. Sorry if you’ve already done this. My question is, how to prepare a canvas before you paint acrylic on it. I’ve seen people use sand paper, and/or gesso 3 times, paint an underpainting, etc. And how do you choose a canvas? Thank you!
Welcome aboard, Jamie. I don't use acrylics so can't give you informed guidance about that beyond what I give in Quick Tip 353.
This reminds me of a dilemma with reflections in water. Could you explain how to determine where they begin and how far they reflect? Thanks.
We can't make rules about that. We find those answers by observing. So much depends upon the movement of the water, the direction of the light source and your vantage point.
Hi Dianne, great tips on cast shadows. What about shadows in still life like curtains, table cloths, materials. Thanks
There is a difference between cast shadows and form shadows. Cast shadows are shadows cast by a shape blocking the light source. Indeed, they can be found anywhere, even in still lifes and on curtains, etc. Form shadows are shadows on any form/shape that are moving away from the light source or are on the opposite side of the light source.
I never thought shadows were subjective, like light ..
Oh yes. After all, without light, we wouldn't have shadows.
I wonder how to determine where cast shadow touches object edge. As this point isn’t explained very clearly, so I’m very confused about this. Can you have detailed explanation? Thanks!
You determine this by observation. We can't make rules about these things because cast shadows are determined by the light source--where it is located and how bright it is. We can use the little principle I explain here as a guide, but observation is always the best way.
Thank you
My pleasure.
Beautiful video❤️ Wonderful tips 😊 Have a nice day and stay connected :)
Thanks.
So the cast shadow is same as shadow? or different?
Cast shadows are caused by the light rays being blocked, but form shadows are caused by the planes of the image turning away from the light.
thanks mom
My pleasure.
Please, show the board closer. And it will be better if you do not center the text. Thank you.
If you've viewing from your phone, you might try a larger screen.