need a little drawing advice....

[SJP99]

Okay, i am currently working on some concept art for a possible iphone game. My question is the following....

How do i draw shadows?

btw, i might have more questions later on..

[RttaM]

Like using a Pencil/Pen/Marker? Or Photoshop (etc)?

[The prez 12521]

Originally Posted by RttaM

Like using a Pencil/Pen/Marker? Or Photoshop (etc)?

pen and paper and markers

[SJP99]

just a pencil and paper.

[RttaM]

Originally Posted by SJP99

just a pencil and paper.

http://www.how-to-draw-and-paint.com/draw-shadows.html

[SJP99]

Originally Posted by RttaM

http://www.how-to-draw-and-paint.com/draw-shadows.html

these are not really 3d shapes though.

[kcur]

It depends on what the ground looks like (flat, bumpy, against a wall, etc), the position of the sun is also a factor. Also, are you drawing shadows on an object or for an object with shadows on the ground?

[Kamazar]

Practice until it looks right to you. Take a look at art, too.

[SJP99]

Originally Posted by kcur

It depends on what the ground looks like (flat, bumpy, against a wall, etc), the position of the sun is also a factor. Also, are you drawing shadows on an object or for an object with shadows on the ground?

Hmmm. Well one the objects will cast a shadow on ground and an object

[sureshvs]

Shadows are definitely very tricky to get when you're learning drawing. I'm very much in the beginner/intermediate range too, so it's the one thing I keep struggling with. What I've found useful to know is the concepts behind light and shadows. You'll find great theory in Loomis' books - Creative Illustration and Successful Drawing (http://www.placidchaos.com/AM/index..../andrew_loomis)

Knowing the theory helps a lot, so check these out.