Project - Shadow Mapping
Project - Shadow Mapping
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Project - Shadow Mapping

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Project - Shadow Mapping

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Level 1

Using the well-lit photos of arms provided in the downloads section, start with a linear lay-in and then map the core shadows, cast shadows, and contours. Focus on using the proper edge types to make the form feel three-dimensional without any tonal shading.

Level 2

You're going to do the same thing, except the photos I provided you are flat lit. They don't have an obvious separation of light and dark. So, your job is to invent a light source and imagine the edge of that shadow. Make sure you use the right edge. Softer on large round forms, firmer on those thin tendons and bones, and sharp on cast shadows.

Deadline - submit by October 20, 2025 for a chance to be in the critique video!

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YS Ryan
31m
I tried a lvl 1 since I struggled a lot with lvl 2. I realised here that I was confused by the complicated forms of each muscles and I wasn't able to properly apply the appropriate edges. I'll try and simplify my next attempts and do some edge warm-up and hope the next one improves.
YS Ryan
2h
Gave it a go but done goofed. I'll try to give it a go again but wanted to try once and fail then try and get better on the second go.
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5h
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