Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn to manage the four key edge types: sharp, firm, soft, and lost so you can convey shape transitions, volume, and focus in your drawings. Sharp edges show sudden corners, firm edges show slight rounding, soft edges show smooth transitions, and lost edges merge shapes using identical values. Light source and contrast affect cast shadows, revealing form. Use edges to direct attention, unify shapes, and create mood. Choose each edge intentionally.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:17 - What is an Edge?
01:06 - Types of Edges
03:14 - Value Contrast & Edges
04:12 - Edge Quality
05:22 - All Shapes Have Edges
06:12 - When to Use Each Type
08:06 - Beyond 3D Form
09:19 - How to Get Good at Edges
10:04 - Edges are Powerful Tools
10:25 - Outro
RELATED LINKS:
Practical Guide to Realistic Shading (Advice You Can Actually Use Today) - youtu.be/n9iqa_uC9NQ?si=Vpm4uous-idkFKeo
How Pro Artists Approach Shading - youtu.be/AdfNVNru10c?si=9pKSvrKkoCzx3WK7
Go From Flat to Realistic Shading! Here’s How - youtu.be/MyrySvbuhsk?si=EfCKD0PPP9s9rMlr
#drawing #shading #edges
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Instructional How to Draw videos for artists. My drawing lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high-quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching.
CREDITS:
Artist | Instructor - Stan Prokopenko (https://www.stanprokopenko.com)
Producer - Stan Prokopenko, Sean Ramsey (http://www.peoplewhodrawstuff.com)
Production Assistance - Stephen Clark (https://www.peppermintgentleman.com), Hongju Lim, Sean Ramsey
Editing - Hongju Lim, Sean Ramsey
Publishing - John Birchall, Alex Otis
Music by Epidemic Sound
Learn to manage the four key edge types: sharp, firm, soft, and lost so you can convey shape transitions, volume, and focus in your drawings. Sharp edges show sudden corners, firm edges show slight rounding, soft edges show smooth transitions, and lost edges merge shapes using identical values. Light source and contrast affect cast shadows, revealing form. Use edges to direct attention, unify shapes, and create mood. Choose each edge intentionally.
Learn more about edges and other drawing fundamentals in the premium course - proko.com/drawing
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
00:17 - What is an Edge?
01:06 - Types of Edges
03:14 - Value Contrast & Edges
04:12 - Edge Quality
05:22 - All Shapes Have Edges
06:12 - When to Use Each Type
08:06 - Beyond 3D Form
09:19 - How to Get Good at Edges
10:04 - Edges are Powerful Tools
10:25 - Outro
RELATED LINKS:
Practical Guide to Realistic Shading (Advice You Can Actually Use Today) - youtu.be/n9iqa_uC9NQ?si=Vpm4uous-idkFKeo
How Pro Artists Approach Shading - youtu.be/AdfNVNru10c?si=9pKSvrKkoCzx3WK7
Go From Flat to Realistic Shading! Here’s How - youtu.be/MyrySvbuhsk?si=EfCKD0PPP9s9rMlr
#drawing #shading #edges
Subscribe to Proko: bit.ly/SubProko
Don't miss new tutorials - Hit the BELL!
Premium Videos - proko.com/store
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instagram.com/stanprokopenko
twitter.com/stanprokopenko
WATCH MORE PROKO:
Latest Uploads: youtube.com/watch?v=-Pu1uGh1-Y4&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHH0YGMCXa4uWsHVwTDkDcpN
Figure Drawing: youtube.com/watch?v=74HR59yFZ7Y&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHGuMuprDarMz_Y9Fbw_d2ws
Art of Caricature: youtube.com/watch?v=FOURPIkpPXk&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHEkeRGn6aFRct0kq4oDwwTa
Popular Videos: youtube.com/watch?v=1EPNYWeEf1U&list=PLtG4P3lq8RHHR_SKsGtufNd8uo2L7_vTQ
ABOUT PROKO:
Instructional How to Draw videos for artists. My drawing lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high-quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching.
CREDITS:
Artist | Instructor - Stan Prokopenko (https://www.stanprokopenko.com)
Producer - Stan Prokopenko, Sean Ramsey (http://www.peoplewhodrawstuff.com)
Production Assistance - Stephen Clark (https://www.peppermintgentleman.com), Hongju Lim, Sean Ramsey
Editing - Hongju Lim, Sean Ramsey
Publishing - John Birchall, Alex Otis
Music by Epidemic Sound
