Intro to Edges

Learn to manage the four key edge types: sharp, firm, soft, and lost so you can convey shape transitions, volume, and focus in your drawings. Sharp edges show sudden corners, firm edges show slight rounding, soft edges show smooth transitions, and lost edges merge shapes using identical values. Light source and contrast affect cast shadows, revealing form. Use edges to direct attention, unify shapes, and create mood. Choose each edge intentionally. Learn more about edges and other drawing fundamentals in the premium course - https://proko.com/drawing CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:17 - What is an Edge? 01:06 - Types of Edges 03:14 - Value Contrast & Edges 04:12 - Edge Quality 05:22 - All Shapes Have Edges 06:12 - When to Use Each Type 08:06 - Beyond 3D Form 09:19 - How to Get Good at Edges 10:04 - Edges are Powerful Tools 10:25 - Outro RELATED LINKS: Practical Guide to Realistic Shading (Advice You Can Actually Use Today) - https://youtu.be/n9iqa_uC9NQ?si=Vpm4uous-idkFKeo How Pro Artists Approach Shading - https://youtu.be/AdfNVNru10c?si=9pKSvrKkoCzx3WK7 Go From Flat to Realistic Shading! Here’s How - https://youtu.be/MyrySvbuhsk?si=EfCKD0PPP9s9rMlr #drawing #shading #edges Subscribe to Proko: http://bit.ly/SubProko Don't miss new tutorials - Hit the BELL! Premium Videos - https://proko.com/store Pose photo sets - https://proko.com/tools FOLLOW PROKO: Email Newsletter- https://proko.com/subscribe Instagram - https://instagram.com/stanprokopenko/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/StanProkopenko Facebook - https://facebook.com/prokotv Tumblr - http://stanprokopenko.tumblr.com/ Pinterest - https://pinterest.com/stanprokopenko/pins/ WATCH MORE PROKO: Latest Uploads: https://youtube.com/watch?v=-Pu1uGh1-Y4&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHH0YGMCXa4uWsHVwTDkDcpN Figure Drawing: https://youtube.com/watch?v=74HR59yFZ7Y&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHGuMuprDarMz_Y9Fbw_d2ws Art of Caricature: https://youtube.com/watch?v=FOURPIkpPXk&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHEkeRGn6aFRct0kq4oDwwTa Popular Videos: https://youtube.com/watch?v=1EPNYWeEf1U&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHHR_SKsGtufNd8uo2L7_vTQ ABOUT PROKO: Instructional How to Draw videos for artists. My drawing lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high-quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching. CREDITS: Artist | Instructor - Stan Prokopenko (http://www.stanprokopenko.com) Producer - Stan Prokopenko, Sean Ramsey (http://www.peoplewhodrawstuff.com) Production Assistance - Stephen Clark (http://www.peppermintgentleman.com), Hongju Lim, Sean Ramsey Editing - Hongju Lim, Sean Ramsey Publishing - John Birchall, Alex Otis Music by Epidemic Sound