Value and Texture

Value Matt Garceau Value is the term we use to describe the range of lightness or darkness of a visual element.

Value contrast: is the relationship of one element (part or detail) to another in respect to lightness and darkness. If the words on a page were almost the same value as the page, then it would be difficult, if not impossible, to read them. Most text is black and the paper white- it gives it the most contrast

Value Relationships Low Contrast Different value relationships produce different effects, both visual and emotional. Narrow range: this is called low contrast. Wide range: this is called high contrast. Low Contrast High Contrast

Texture Two categories of Texture Tactile texture: are real, we can actually feel their surfaces with our fingers Visual texture: are illusionary, they simply give the impression of real textures.

Tactile textures Created in many ways Cut and paste textures, like lace or sandpaper, to a surface Embossing (a raised surface) by impressing a texture in relief Build up the surface of a canvas or board using paint, which is called impasto.

Visual Texture Ways to create visual texture: Grouping Various lines together Varying line qualities, types or attributes, directions and lengths can create a wide range of texture Different drawing instruments will create different line qualities, and the way you use the instruments will increase the variety. Use of color and value

Tools to create visual texture Pen Markers Pencils Paint Computer software

Lab 3: Value and Texture