For some reason, perspective sketching is looked at as a complicated intrusion into the fun side of sketching. In this blog, I will take a simple approach to 1-point and 2-point perspective sketching in hopes of simplifying this technique.
Why do I need to know this technique?
In sketching, we are aiming to draw a 3D object on a 2D paper. Perspective sketching is an essential technique to create this linear illusion of depth
Elements to keep in mind:
Horizon line:
Indicates the eye level. Think of it as the line representing where you stand looking up or down on the object.
Vanishing point(s):
Indicates the place where parallel lines appear to come together in the distance. This of this as the point where everything you see at a distance starts to merge.
Ground plane:
Indicates the horizontal surface below the horizon. This is usually representing the ground surface.
Steps to sketching 1 Point Perspective:
Draw the horizon line
Place the vanishing point (the one refers to one vanishing point)
Draw the side of the object that you are facing
Connect the corners to the vanishing point
Find the place where the object ends and draw parallel lines
Sketch the surrounding using the same technique
Steps to sketching 2 Point Perspective:
Draw the horizon line
Place the vanishing points (the two refers to two vanishing point)
Draw the front corner edge of the object
Connect the line ends to the vanishing points
Find the place where the object ends and draw parallel lines
Sketch the surrounding using the same technique
Hope that was helpful.
Don't forget to name, sign, and date your work.
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