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Published: 2015-07-19 14:07:54 +0000 UTC; Views: 573; Favourites: 35; Downloads: 1
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GinjaNinja2499 [2015-07-28 19:16:42 +0000 UTC]

How do you use your shading to create depth and contrast? That is truly amazing! Any tips?

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art-by-gadi In reply to GinjaNinja2499 [2015-07-28 20:28:25 +0000 UTC]

I try to add darker and lighter parts (I usually use the same pencil, I just add different amount of pressure on it) as accurately as I can like I see on my reference photo to create a multi dimensional effect. And I use cotton sticks (q-tips) (you can also use just cotton or tissue paper) to lightly blend the darker and lighter parts together so it will look smooth.

And also because I like contrasts and because pencil drawings often look too dull and grey or too light sometimes, I slightly enhance the contrasts and brightness on a photo editing program after I've uploaded the photo on my computer. That way I can easily make the drawing look more effective. It can make alot of difference. I can recommend some free programs If you wish. I think it can be done online as well.

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tuomasmoi [2015-07-21 20:02:16 +0000 UTC]

looks so great!

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Ruchi26 [2015-07-20 12:16:21 +0000 UTC]

 

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Winxhelina [2015-07-19 18:29:42 +0000 UTC]

That hair...I want to play with it and pull it and ...ngh. It's awesome. 

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