Primary light and secondary reflected light
Now that I have a better understanding of the effects of a strong side-light on a spherical object I can make sense of what I am seeing. Prior to this, reflected light would have been ignored, probably even becoming darker as it seems logical to assume the opposite side to the one receiving the light will be darker. A little knowledge heightens my senses and forces me to ask questions.
Depiction of form
To capture form I think an artist must pay close attention to those subtle tonal changes. Strong contrasts can indicate deep contours on an object but I feel it's the overall smoothness of the gradient that depicts solidity and form. This can be strengthened by feeling the form and wrapping around with line.
The awareness has forced me to consider form much earlier in a drawing. I'm actually enjoying drawing with form and not just making this an after-thought following an outline of my subject. I'm feeling a freedom and an excitement when drawing and as a result my work has become very dynamic and energetic.
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