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Perspective in fine arts

When painting the artist uses a supervisory perspective (eye estimation). Initially, all portrayed by eye, defines the basic values, the location in the sheet, turn. Then everything is checked using the basic laws of linear perspective knowledge.

Perspective on the example of the cube

The cube can be one or two vanishing points. According to the laws of perspective, the sides of the cube, which is closer to us is larger than those farther away. All vertical lines, a classic figure, always parallel to the vertical edge of the sheet. 

Cylinder in perspective

Construction of an oval cylinder with respect to the horizon

Cube from different angles relative to the horizon line

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