September 27 - The Figure / Ground relationship

For today's class we will be discussing further the use of value and how it can be used to give shape to forms. In particular the human form. We will also use value to help in creating a solid foundation for the figure as we begin to discuss and execute the figure / ground relationship. Starting with small 3 value thumb nails to make sure we good composition, we will develop one charcoal drawing over the day.
Below are some examples of how value can be used to give a sense of volume, space and weight to the firgure in an environment.