Drawing Digital Landscapes
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Objective
I can produce a digital landscape drawing that effectively uses color and value to create depth and atmosphere.
Part 1 of 3
Warm-up video
Ross Draws · 8:48
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Part 2 of 3
Practice
7 questions
Explain the rule of thirds and how it can improve the composition of a landscape drawing.
Describe what is meant by a "color story" in landscape art and why it is important.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
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“Describe how you would use color to create the illusion of depth in a digital landscape drawing of a forest scene. Be specific about the color choices for the foreground, midground, and background. Explain how you would use scale and atmospheric perspective to create a sense of vastness in a digital landscape drawing of a mountain range. Describe how you would use contrast and color dodge to create a focal point and enhance the atmosphere in a digital landscape drawing of a sunset over a lake.”
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