to add details like shading, texture and depth to a sketch to make it appear more realistic

the lightness or darkness of an area, which helps create a sense of dimension in the image

an unlit area of an object that is blocking light

the brightest part of an object lit by a lightsource

Rendering techniques

Design and technology

Pupils will develop knowledge and skills of communication, including freehand 3D sketching using the crating technique. They will learn how to render to show texture and tone. They will also learn how to draw using more formal techniques, such as one-point perspective and orthographic projection.

Communication

What is the purpose of rendering in drawing?

Where should the darkest shadows be placed in a drawing?

a tone between the lightest and darkest areas

the dark area on a surface where light is blocked by an object

the lightest part of an object where light hits directly

the shadow on the object itself, adding depth

Which of these tools can be used for shading?

What happens when you press lightly with a pencil?

What is the purpose of adding a shadow in a drawing?

when quickly planning or developing ideas without tools

when drawing precise technical drawings with a ruler

when measuring and drawing perfectly straight lines

Which type of drawing uses 30-degree angles?

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