Basic Solid Form Obiect Shad~ Earlier we discussed how to draw shadows in manga. Now we'll talk about the basics of how shadows are created. Take a look at the shadows cast on some basic objects.
circular pillar
cube
cone
The variety of shadow cast on objects depends on the light source.
sphere
1. When light is cast diagonally from the front
1) Difference Between Sunlight and Artificial Light
vertical line
The shape of shadows changes with the distance of the sunlight and artifl'cial light as shown below. ~ With artificial light
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Take a look at the shadows cast from three angles of light - diagonal from the front, side and diagonal from the back.
2) Height of the Light Source The height of the light source is also important. Recall the shadows of noon or dusk. When the source of light is high, shadows are short and when the source
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Tones and guidelines were added to these drawings.
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