ABSTRACT
This chapter addresses how to plot shadows of curved forms. An elliptical form is used as an example. An ellipse can be parallel, perpendicular, or at an angle to the ground plane. Shadows can be cast on a horizontal, vertical or angled surface. Each of these combinations are illustrated. Shadows of spheres—including how to find the core shadow—are diagramed, as well as how to cast shadows that fall across curved surfaces. There are many combinations of shapes and surfaces, and each presents their own set of problems. This chapter provides methods that can be applied to find the shadow of any curved form.
