The Perfect Swish: Basketball Arching Shot

Fun Fact

Basketball was invented in December 1891 by James Naismith, a physical education instructor, who wanted a less injury-prone sport than football.

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Ball Texture - Use a mix of orange and brown tones, plus small circles or dots with a lighter orange to show the bumpy texture of the basketball.
2. 2🖍️ Net Detail - The net has individual threads! Try using light grey, white, or even a very pale blue for the threads, and a darker shade for the shadows between them.
3. 3✨ Shadow Play - The basketball casts a shadow. Use a soft grey or a muted version of the court color directly beneath the ball to make it pop and show its height.
4. 4🌈 Court Lines - The court lines are subtly visible. Use a light, crisp white or a very pale yellow to define them without overpowering the main action of the ball and net.