Question

What type of perspective, giving the illusion of depth, is demonstrated by the sketch above? List the steps taken to create this drawing, making sure to include the reason for the line and the points on it, and how they are used to guide the drawing.
Optional Activity:
Print out the image below and use it to recreate the sketch above, or create your own example of the same perspective.

Answer 1

Answer:

The drawing is an example of a two-point perspective, used to give a drawing the illusion of depth. 1) Begin with a horizontal line called the horizon line and mark a point on each side that will serve as the vanishing point. 2) Start by drawing the first vertical line of the first object. Then sketch in temporary lines as a guide, connecting the ends of the line to the vanishing points, to make sure the lines of the object will converge towards the vanishing points. 3) Complete the rest of the lines of the object, making sure they all converge towards the vanishing points. 4) Continue to add each object, using the above principles. 5) Shading or shadow can also be used to provide depth and emphasize perspective.