Why is understanding the planes of the face useful in portrait drawing?
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Correct answer: Because planes show light, shadow, and facial structure
The face is not a single smooth, equally lit surface. It is made of changing planes and transitions: the forehead, bridge and sides of the nose, cheekbones, eye sockets, mouth area, and jaw turn toward or away from the light. Each plane can therefore receive a different amount of light and produce a different value. Studying these planes helps the artist construct the head as a solid form instead of merely copying isolated feature outlines. Option A is correct because planes explain both facial structure and the light-shadow pattern that reveals it. B, C, and D contradict the basic spatial and three-dimensional nature of portrait drawing.
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Because planes show light, shadow, and facial structure
Why is this the correct answer?
The face is not a single smooth, equally lit surface. It is made of changing planes and transitions: the forehead, bridge and sides of the nose, cheekbones, eye sockets, mouth area, and jaw turn toward or away from the light. Each plane can therefore receive a different amount of light and produce a different value. Studying these planes helps the artist construct the head as a solid form instead of merely copying isolated feature outlines. Option A is correct because planes explain both facial structure and the light-shadow pattern that reveals it. B, C, and D contradict the basic spatial and three-dimensional nature of portrait drawing.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Art Education question. Chapter: Elements of Art. Topic: Form.
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