Painting Shadows: Cast & Form Shadows

Not all shadows are equal. There are in fact two very different kinds of shadows that occur in any subject – cast shadows and form shadows. Identifying these and approaching them different, rather than just painting a generic ‘shadow’, will enhance any painting. So what is the difference?

See Also:
• Tones or Values for Painting
• When Do You Add the Shadows to a Painting?
• What Colors are Shadows?

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