Question

__________ is the use of value to create the illusion of depth.
a. shadowing
c. modeling
b. foreshortening
d. sfumato
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

• Shadowing refers to adding shadows but is not the specific term for using value to create depth illusion.
• Foreshortening is a technique to depict objects receding in space via distorted proportions, not value use.
• Modeling uses variations in value (light and dark) to give a 3D, depth illusion to 2D art.
• Sfumato is blending colors/values to soften edges, not focused on depth creation.

Answer:

c. Modeling