Author: Diana Schoenbrun (Page 10 of 17)

This week in your sketchbook, we will continue to practice line and creating value
using ink.

SWATCHES

In this exercise try creating multiple steps in value, using a variety of mark making techniques in ink.  Notice in this set of swatches all of the different methods used to create value.

Part 1

Try creating value scales which move evenly from light to dark.  See the swatches below as examples, but feel free to come up with your method of shading, and unique patterns textures and designs.

Examples:

Examples

Part 2
Create an abstract design and fill in the design using these different swatches of value.  Try patterns, stippling, hatching, and crosshatch.  Try ink wash techniques as well. POST your work Tagged Sketchbook, Week 5, along with your thoughts on it how you accomplished the task.

Post when complete:

GO TO: CLASS SITE

DASHBOARD > POSTS > ADD NEW >

Write your post. Add a Descriptive title.

Choose CATEGORY (bottom right side): Sketchbook

PUBLISH

Please add your introduction by [DATE AND TIME].