Shadow Into Graphic Designs.

Shadows- A Quick Overview

1. Light side/Light source

The Highlight is the lightest part where the light directly hits the object.

2. Shadow side/ Core Shadow:

The Form Shadow Core is the darkest part of the shadow, the rest of the Form Shadow is made up of dark tones that blend away from the core shadow into the reflected light, if there is any.

3. Cast shadow

The darkest part that sits directly under the object, the mid tone that makes up the majority of the cast shadow shape and the lightest, softest tail of the cast shadow

Shadows in Illustrator

• Blur

The blur effect gives designs more realistic.

• Shape

The shadow should be same shape as the object.

• Distance

Keep distance between the object and shadows.

• Opacity

From 55% to 85% shadow opacity gives design a more natural look.

• Color

Always use a darker shade color of the object.