3 LIGHT SOURCE IS KEY

In a two-dimensional drawing, the challenge is to add volume to a shape in order to give it form and dimension. Try to be strategic about the light source – where shadows fall and where light areas are at their highest contrast – in order to communicate that volume. There are also instances when it’s ideal to ‘cheat’ an established light source for the sake of legibility and clarity.

The challenge is to add volume to a shape to give it form and dimension