Changing pen shade in scratch.

The Project

In Scratch block coding, adjust the pen shade to create varying levels of darkness or lightness in drawings. Use the "Set Pen Shade" block to specify the shade intensity from 0 (lightest) to 100 (darkest). Combine with other pen commands to create intricate patterns or shading effects in your projects.

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Team Comments

This project was chosen to demonstrate how to add depth and dimension to drawings in Scratch. Exploring pen shading helps learners understand concepts of light and shadow, enhancing their artistic skills within the coding environment.

Understanding how to control and apply pen shading effectively was challenging initially. I tackled it by experimenting with different shade values and observing the results. Seeking guidance from Scratch documentation and tutorials helped clarify concepts and refine my approach.

With more time, I'd explore more advanced shading techniques, such as gradients or cross-hatching. I might also incorporate user input to allow for dynamic adjustment of shading parameters. Additionally, I could experiment with combining pen shading with other Scratch features.