To flat shade a 3D model in stylized art, enable flat (faceted) shading in your 3D software (instead of smooth shading) and use solid-color shaders—avoid gradient lighting or texture variations.
- **Uniform polygon coloring**: Flat shading paints each face the same color, creating a cartoonish, geometric look that simplifies details and emphasizes shape—key for stylized art’s bold, expressive forms. - **Add subtle depth**: Use toon shaders for basic shadows or outlines without breaking the flat style. - **Boost cohesion**: Try a limited color palette or thin outlines around faces—small tweaks that make the look more stylized without extra complexity.