Highlights and shadows work together to create the illusion of depth and dimension in a two-dimensional artwork, making it appear more realistic and three-dimensional.

In visual arts, highlights refer to the areas of an object that receive the most light, while shadows refer to the areas that receive the least light.

The placement of highlights and shadows in an artwork is determined by a combination of factors, including the direction of the light source, the shape and texture of the object, and the color of the object.

Chiaroscuro is an Italian term used to describe the use of contrasting light and shadow to create a sense of depth and dimension in an artwork.

Caravaggio, an Italian Baroque painter, is renowned for his dramatic use of chiaroscuro to create intense and emotional works of art.

Spotlight is a lighting technique used to direct attention to a specific area or object in an artwork by illuminating it with a concentrated beam of light.

Core shadow is not a recognized type of shadow in visual arts. Cast shadow, form shadow, and reflected shadow are the three main types of shadows commonly used to create depth and dimension.

Tenebrism is a style of painting characterized by the use of strong contrasts between light and shadow to create a sense of drama and mystery.

Caravaggio, once again, is known for his mastery of tenebrism, using it to create powerful and emotional works of art.

Sfumato is a technique used to create a soft and gradual transition between colors or tones, often used to create a sense of movement or atmosphere in an artwork.

Leonardo da Vinci is renowned for his mastery of sfumato, particularly in his famous painting, the Mona Lisa.

Impasto is a technique used to apply thick layers of paint to a surface, creating a sense of texture and depth in the artwork.

Vincent van Gogh is famous for his expressive use of impasto, creating vibrant and textured paintings.

Alla prima is a technique in which an artist completes a painting in one session, without waiting for the paint to dry between layers.

Claude Monet, a pioneer of Impressionism, is known for his use of alla prima to capture fleeting moments and light effects.