Drawing Perspective

by Tim Fisher

Overview

"...by far the best primer [on perspective] I've ever seen. If you have other books, throw them away and buy this. You won't regret it." - Artbookreview.net Learn how to master perspective and create convincing drawings of the three-dimensional world with the help of artist and teacher, Tim Fisher. Every aspect of perspective, from zero- to multi-point, is explored and explained in simple terms that everyone can understand. In addition to landscapes and buildings, you will learn how to apply perspective to people, animals, boats, reflections and more. There is also expert advice on drawing curved objects and inclined planes, a run-down of common mistakes, and an inspirational chapter on moving beyond a rigid application of the rules to draw freely and instinctively. Clear diagrams and finished drawings are included throughout, along with numerous exercises so that you can put your new skills into practice. This is a revitalized edition of Drawing Masterclass: Perspective (ISBN: 9781782211112).

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781781269305
Publisher:	Search Press
Publication date:	11/05/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	112
File size:	39 MB
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About the Author

Tim Fisher has been drawing and painting for as long as he can remember. He sketches regularly, which has helped him develop some unique insights and techniques for portraying a subject on paper. His successful line and wash paintings and pastels also have a strong emphasis on drawing. Tim is a regular contributor to The Leisure Painter magazine, teaches workshops and gives demonstrations throughout the UK. Tim lives in Frisby-on-the-Wreake, Leicestershire, U.K.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

The history of perspective 8

Materials 12

Techniques 20

Zero-point perspective 28

Measurement, proportion and scale 32

Single-point perspective 34

Two-point perspective 40

Multi-point perspective 51

Varying perspective 54

People 60

Animals 64

Boats 68

Shadows 72

Reflections 76

Skies and seas 80

Inclined planes 86

Curved perspective 90

Common mistakes 98

Beyond the rules 104

Index 112