Value refers to the lightness or darkness of color. Artists use value to create an depth, volume and illusion in their work. A light color (tint) is the result of adding white to a hue while a dark color (shade) results from adding black to hue. This is evident in creating shadows and highlights to give an illusion of depth.Examples of Value Maroon - dark color (shade) of red.Pink - light color (tint) of red.Navy Blue - dark color (shade) of blue.Sky Blue - light color (tint) of blue.