The laws of perspective are useful when rendering a two-dimensional object as threedimensional. On the following pages, we discuss drawing in simple perspective.
Drawing a Cube
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Ground line (Honzon)
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Figures A and B are drawn at the same height, while only C is smaller. Applying perspective in this manner will allow you to suggest depth.
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One-Point Perspective
Cube in two-point perspective
While each figure is drawn at a different size, they are actually supposed to be identical in height.
This technique allows you to suggest depth more naturally than one-point perspective.
Two-Point Perspective
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From a great distance, a cube does not seem foreshortened. However, when seen from a closer distance, the laws of perspective come into play, and the object's shape appears distorted and foreshortened. This phenomenon becomes more pronounced the closer you are to the object. When drawing a large machine, use of these techniques wi ll allow you to enhance how large it appears.
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