Drawing Masterclass: Perspective

Tim Fisher is a well-respected UK-based artist and tutor, and here he shows the reader how to master perspective, from simple box diagrams through to complex scenes. The book begins with a fascinating history of perspective in art, in which the author explores every type from zero to multiple-point, with clear diagrams and drawings. Going beyond buildings and landscapes, he shows the reader how to work out perspective when drawing people, animals, boats, reflections and more. He provides 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.

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.