Drawing · Lighting

Lighting key study

Test multiple lighting scenarios on one form.

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Ready to copy - no placeholders.

Pick a simple object; draw it under 3 light keys: high contrast, soft overcast, and rim light. Note shadow shapes and edge softness.

No placeholders - just copy and use.

  • Object
  • Medium
  • 3 lighting studies
  • Shadow shape notes
  • Edge softness notes
  • Keep object orientation identical per study.
  • Push differences in value range between keys.
  • Use clear shadow shapes before details.