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Light and shadow define form but one of the most common mistakes artists make is trying to "fix" it after the fact. Getting them right from the start makes everything much easier. Here's a quick tip from this month's Discord Light and Shadow Tutorial :   Start with the extremes! Before adding any details or blending, identify the lightest light and the darkest shadow in your subject. Think of them as anchors!   The  lightest areas  show where light hits directly . The  darkes

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