How to Shade with Depth in Figure Drawing

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There are so many styles that you can use when figure drawing! Today I show you how to approach a drawing more atmospherically, using shading on the figure as well as in the background, and selective blending, to give the feeling that the figure is round and also going back in space.
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[@lucianaproano4109]

Very good video! I liked how you explained each step clearly and precisely. I haven't thought too much about guiding the eye with shadows and lights, but you showed me it is a very good composition technique. Thank you!

[@uncleatelier8495]

it's a very amazing and very moving piece ~~~ ^^🍟👍👍👍👍

[@jelloluck]

Amazing drawing!!

[@SchoolofRealistArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@AnthonyGeorge-w2t]

Nice brush softening. No need for my tissues again.

[@peterlee9691]

6:54 🔔I thought my phone alarm sounded and I had been awake all night 😱

[@SpeedAnarchy]

If she actually read the comments tho smh

[@SchoolofRealistArt]

Oh I do eventually, just not every day

[@alierem4266]

Great narration in detailing each step. It will assist in learning with model/subject to be shown as comparison. This is regardless of subject/object being drawn. Good video.