Drawing 2-Point Perspective

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