The Seven Magic Words of Drawing

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The Seven Magic Words of Drawing
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Foreshortening

• Distorting objects or parts of an object to
  create the illusion that one edge is actually
  closer to your eye.

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Shading

• Adding darkness to a surface that is opposite of
  a real or imaginary light source adds depth to
  your drawing. Shading is the key to a successful
  drawing.

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Size

• Generally objects drawn larger will look closer,
  except when overlapping. This can easily be
  accomplished with the use of perspective.

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Overlapping

• Objects drawn in front of others will make the
  front objects appear closer. This is a form of
  perspective too.

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Contour Lines

• Lines wrapped around the contour of an object
  adds volume and shape.

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Density

• Images drawn darker, and with more detail, will
  appear closer than images drawn lighter and with
  less detail. This adds atmosphere to the
  drawing.

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Surface

• Drawing textures such as wood grain, brick, and
  others will create interest and depth.