Main exercise:

1. Choose one of the shading styles introduced in class.
2. Create a simple still life made of two items (example: an apple and a cup)
3. Place the objects together on a white background, and arrange the light to shine on the setup from one side (for example, place the still life next to a window or desk lamp).
4. Draw the setup in pencil, using the chosen shading style for both the body shadow (shadow on the objects) and for the cast shadow (shadow on the table cast by the objects). Use your eraser as much as you need and take your time refining the technique.

Make it look three-dimensional by adding shadows. To know where to draw shadows, squinting at your setup and at your drawing for comparison can help.

BONUS

Rearrange the objects on the same background under the same light. On a new page, draw them from observation with the lights and shadows, but this time, use the shading technique that was not your favorite during class. Before drawing, write down how you feel about this shading style. Once you finish, write down how you feel after completing the drawing. I would love to hear your thoughts in next week's class!