I was wondering if the experts in digital art (non photography) use the dodge and burn tools in Photoshop. Or if it's OK for any artist to use those tools.
I see people complain about artists using the tools, and that it may be a form of cheating. But I think it really depends on if the tool usage makes the drawing look better or worse. An artist's skills really matter if the dodge and burn tools compliment the image or not. I can understand the complaining if the artist isn't skilled with the tools and their drawing looks like crap because of it. But if you know how and where to use the tools in order to make you're drawing look great, isn't it fair you take advantage?
I'd like to hear your opinions, as I am just learning digital art and have questions. Thank you.
I see people complain about artists using the tools, and that it may be a form of cheating. But I think it really depends on if the tool usage makes the drawing look better or worse. An artist's skills really matter if the dodge and burn tools compliment the image or not. I can understand the complaining if the artist isn't skilled with the tools and their drawing looks like crap because of it. But if you know how and where to use the tools in order to make you're drawing look great, isn't it fair you take advantage?
I'd like to hear your opinions, as I am just learning digital art and have questions. Thank you.