How Do You Add Shadows to a Digital Drawing?

Adding shadows to a digital drawing involves several steps to create depth and realism. Here's a common method:

1. Duplicate and Fill: Duplicate the color layer of your drawing. Fill this duplicated layer entirely with white.

2. Light Source Visualization: Determine the position of your light source. This will dictate where shadows will fall.

3. Shadow Painting: On a new layer (name it "Shadow"), use a slightly lighter color than you think you need to paint in the shadows.

4. Reference 3D Sketch (Optional): Refer back to your initial 3D sketch (if you created one). This can help visualize the forms and where shadows should naturally occur.

Essentially, you are simulating how light interacts with the forms in your drawing. The key is to understand the light source and how it impacts the surfaces of the objects in your artwork.