Value and Contrast
DESN-104
Tier 100
design
20 min
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Before this:Elements of Art, Principles of Design
Standards (2)
DGA.17.1Art & Design Fundamentals
Apply principles of art and design to original work; incorporate color theory, color modes, contrast, opacity, transparency, shading, and layering to create depth and movement within designs.[^15]GD.17.4Art & Design Fundamentals
Apply elements and principles of art and design to develop game environments, characters, and props for use in interactive 3D games.[^12]
What you’ll be able to do
- Construct a 9-step grayscale value scale.
- Identify primary focal points using high contrast values.
- Apply ambient vs direct light values in 2D thumbnail sketches.
Try it
Step 1 — Key Concepts & Tools
Review the core principles and tool shortcuts for this lesson.
Step 2 — Practice Exercise
Follow along in software (Blender, Unreal Engine, Krita, or PureRef) to build the exercise file.
Step 3 — Self Check & Review
Verify your results against the rubric criteria.