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Drawing 2-Point Perspective

via LinkedIn Learning

Overview

Explore the basics of two-point perspective drawing, including asymmetrical and symmetrical perspectives, and learn to draw interior and exterior scenes more accurately.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Welcome
  • What you should know
1. Perspective Basics
  • 1-point vs. 2-point perspective
  • Symmetrical vs. asymmetrical perspective
2. Building Blocks: 3D Cubes in 2-Point Perspective
  • Drawing a 3D symmetrical cube in space
  • Drawing a 3D asymmetrical cube in space
3. Create an Imagined Street Scene
  • Transforming blocks to buildings
  • Imagining windows and doors
  • Transitioning building blocks to a more established drawing
  • Adding environment: Trees, lightposts, and powerlines
  • Drawing the illusion of depth
4. Create an Imagined Interior Space
  • One-point vs. two-point interior perspective
  • Drawing the corner of a room: Walls, windows, and doors
  • Adding floorboards and furniture
  • Transitioning building blocks: Freehand sketching
5. Drawing from Observation
  • Finding a composition and sighting angles
  • Stages of process: Putting it all together
Conclusion
  • Wrap-up

Taught by

Amy Wynne

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