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#Monochrome art full
Using three values of a pink, this is an example of one possible result of adding monochromatic color over a full value charcoal drawing. Pastel prompt using monochrome pastels by Dawn Emerson. If you need to lighten or darken anything, you can go in and remove or add pastel or charcoal. Turn the photo into a black-and-white version to see how your values are working.
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Choose a light, midtone and dark pastel - all of the same color. When I say pastel prompt in one color, I really mean discover the power of monochrome! In this simple exercise below, Dawn Emerson shows how working with color on a solo basis can enhance your ability to understand and use value changes in your art.