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Description
Check out and Download the Original Practice Sheet .PSD HERE .
Update and Step by Step chart showing our process from start to finish will be posted May 26th
Artist: Tim Von Rueden (vonn)

Exercises are coming back on a scheduled basis as we prep for the new site launch! The first monday of each month will reveal a new Exercise and the last Friday of each month will show a tutorial and results on how to complete the exercise.
So to start off the new schedule, we are taking a focused look at reflectivity on a macro lens scale. Zooming in to each small item and put the focus on how even at a tiny scale, reflections and lighting work the same and become even more intricate with it’s size. So for these 4 objects, take a closer observation on where the highlights fall and how they work with the shapes and curves of the object.
You can download the practice sheet and use the outlines in the provided .PSD as a template for your own paintings and drawings but remember to find and use reference for these.
Button – We see them ALL the time, yet how often do we take a close look at how they respond to lighting with their bubbled surface? Don’t forget about the small edges and curves. I would recommend looking for a plastic reference more than a wooden one.
Zipper – This ingenious little device doesn’t receive the recognition it deserves. For this zipper there are no sharp edges, they are all curves and should receive the proper lighting shading techniques.
Safety Pin – Although the smallest of the four items, the safety pin may be the hardest. This is because of the level of detail needed to be applied to create the reflective properties of such a small cylindrical surface area. Be patient and be sure to add in the contrast of values to imply the look accurately.
Small Key – This is a fun one that incorporates both flat areas with curved ones. There is a difference between them and this item will perfectly showcase that as you work through creating it.

– TIPS
USE YOU OWN REFERENCE! Find a reference of each to properly see how to shade the values accurately.
These are reflective surfaces, be sure to focus on the contrasting values and the placement of them.
Don’t rush. Take your time with these objects and push yourself to best showcase the 4 items with a good sense of reflective understanding.
This exercise is a great observational practice and if you would like to see some further tips and suggestions, check out our facial reference packs below!
When you finish the exercise, remember to submit the result to the “Submissions” tab near the top of this exercise. You can see other submissions alongside your own!

Description
Check out and Download the Original Practice Sheet .PSD HERE .
Update and Step by Step chart showing our process from start to finish will be posted May 26th
Artist: Tim Von Rueden (vonn)

Exercises are coming back on a scheduled basis as we prep for the new site launch! The first monday of each month will reveal a new Exercise and the last Friday of each month will show a tutorial and results on how to complete the exercise.
So to start off the new schedule, we are taking a focused look at reflectivity on a macro lens scale. Zooming in to each small item and put the focus on how even at a tiny scale, reflections and lighting work the same and become even more intricate with it’s size. So for these 4 objects, take a closer observation on where the highlights fall and how they work with the shapes and curves of the object.
You can download the practice sheet and use the outlines in the provided .PSD as a template for your own paintings and drawings but remember to find and use reference for these.
Button – We see them ALL the time, yet how often do we take a close look at how they respond to lighting with their bubbled surface? Don’t forget about the small edges and curves. I would recommend looking for a plastic reference more than a wooden one.
Zipper – This ingenious little device doesn’t receive the recognition it deserves. For this zipper there are no sharp edges, they are all curves and should receive the proper lighting shading techniques.
Safety Pin – Although the smallest of the four items, the safety pin may be the hardest. This is because of the level of detail needed to be applied to create the reflective properties of such a small cylindrical surface area. Be patient and be sure to add in the contrast of values to imply the look accurately.
Small Key – This is a fun one that incorporates both flat areas with curved ones. There is a difference between them and this item will perfectly showcase that as you work through creating it.

– TIPS
USE YOU OWN REFERENCE! Find a reference of each to properly see how to shade the values accurately.
These are reflective surfaces, be sure to focus on the contrasting values and the placement of them.
Don’t rush. Take your time with these objects and push yourself to best showcase the 4 items with a good sense of reflective understanding.
This exercise is a great observational practice and if you would like to see some further tips and suggestions, check out our facial reference packs below!
When you finish the exercise, remember to submit the result to the “Submissions” tab near the top of this exercise. You can see other submissions alongside your own!