1. Value

2. What is it? Value is another one of the 7 elements of art
It is defined as: the lightness or darkness of an object or shape
Everything has value, different tints and shades. Some are easier to see then others.

3. What does it do?
The primary function of value is to make objects look real and 3 dimensional.

5. Important Vocabulary Tint: Highlights, light versions of a color.
Shade: Darker areas, used for shadows.
Mid-tone: Everything in between tints and shades .
Contrast: this is created when opposites (white and black) are placed close to each other.
Chiaroscuro: Italian term that literally means “Light dark”. A style of artwork where contrast is emphasized.

6. Value Scale
A value scale is a measurement that moves gradually from black to grey to white
Tints (highlights)
Shades (shadows)
Mid-tones

7. Other Information
Value is also used in colors. There are darker and lighter versions of colors.
What would you call a tint of red?
What would you call a shade of blue?