How To Shade Anything

Learn a five-step shading process that can be used to shade any subject, from simple objects like a sphere to complex subjects like the human figure. The process starts by dividing light from shadow using the line of termination and darkening all shadow areas to a number three value. It then progresses to darkening the core shadow, refining the values, and adding highlights.

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[jmarcguy]

I’m trying to get back into drawing after not doing it for years. Instead of just grabbing a pad & trying to draw, I’m looking to build up better fundamentals than I did years ago. This was really helpful!

[poetryjones]

Excellent video.
**You get right to it without subjecting us to your life story**You explain the process in a concise, easy-to-internalize manner**You don’t have loud, irritating techno-pop music playing in the background ** Thanks man. Subbed. 👍🏽

[theannarchist]

An entire foundations drawing class in one video! A whole college class didn't compare to this truly.

[erikacamacho]

I have made a really good progress regarding proportions, shapes, outlines, but when it comes to shading I’m always lost, I’m learning how to tattoo and I know the shading is key to stand out, this is the first time I actually understood how to make a plan and how to develop it. I’m going to try it out in my own drawings. Thank you so much

[landijqs]

I saw this exact tutorial like approximately few months ago and I just cant thank you enough, I am an artist in digital for around 4-5 years (2024 will mark my 5th year) and this exact shading tutorial just altered my art COMPLETELY. Really I cant, I watched so many tutorials for so many years and this simple 40min shading guide just covering all of that I learned on previously, this tutorial is truthly lifechanging and every, EVERY artist that I will come across in future, Ill send them this if either they struggle with shading or in general need help with art. Its mind boggling how you share this knowlege for free and Im VERY thankfull for that Brent, you are a hero.

[adamjohns]

I have had this explained to me time and time again and have never really been able to put all the pieces together. Your 5 step process makes perfect sense to me! Thank you, sir

[bewwie]

This is the first time I really sat down to take notes from an art video, I knew something was lacking in my comprehension of shading and light, but I couldn't put my finger on it. The process you've laid out is straightforward and filled in the blanks I had, many thanks!

[Cicielle]

The way you explain the process is so good. I usually get easily distracted when watching videos like this. But I can't look away from the video. And it's so much easier to understand. Thanks for this

[michaeljohnson]

Kinda weird. I felt like I was sitting next to you and you were telling ME how you do it! Calm voice, a great 5 step plan and examples of execution.

[kerz]

I will trust any artist who wears a flat cap.

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4:49 step 1

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9:50 center lights and highlights


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[sydbarrett]

I have learnt so much more through this video than I have in years, you have no idea how much I struggled all these years with my muddy shading now I feel like anything is possible and that life is worth living. So so grateful, thank you 🌻

[emanuela]

i usually never fully watch any art teaching video, but you explained everything so well and easily (english is not my first language) that i kept looking at your shading process in awe.
thank you for making this video

[Odysseus_Outis]

I've watched more than 150 videos about drawing (some of which I watched more than 3 times) on YouTube
and found THIS is by far the best lecture with demonstrations about the Values and how to apply them
in a very organized way. Now I have acquired a very systematic knowledge of completing a drawing successfully.
I really thank you for these videos explaining Shading, in series.

[benedits]

No way😮 I had no idea that Brent had a YouTube channel, I love your teaching so much ever since I got your gesture drawing course it's really helping me grow my figure drawing skills

[lyndakowalke]

I‘m still very much a newbie, couldn’t for the life of me understand shading as it should be, until just now as you have shown and explained, so well, that I have finally comprehended it, now I just have to put it to practice. Thank you so much! You have a calm voice, have taken your time and easily explained it. A very worthy Tutorial! Very much appreciated!

[aadams]

Brent I’m a student of your art & science classes. I’m forever indebted to your teachings!

[arup]

This is the best video I've seen on the internet about shading. Well done. An excellent piece of work.

[carmenalma]

Brent is so clear and descriptive when instructing. I'm looking forward to his new book, coming next month. Thank you, Brent, for sharing your love of art and your wonderful knowledge on the subject..

[eleaeluanda]

After watching SO many videos, reels etc on shading, this video actually brought my beginner-drawings to a New Level!! Thanks!!!!