Perspective From Start to Finish

Colton Dubell and Christina Wu/Dubell

Do you struggle with understanding perspective? Do you feel intimidated when it comes to drawing environments or backgrounds? Do you think learning perspective would be too much work to learn?

Look no further, this course is your answer to learning perspective and how to apply it to your drawings. You will have everything you need to learn perspective from start to finish. You can kiss confusion goodbye.

This course will take you from having little to no knowledge in perspective, to mastering the basics of drawing boxes and scenes, so that you will be able to draw environments you're proud of.

Do you struggle with understanding perspective? Do you feel intimidated when it comes to drawing environments or backgrounds? Do you think learning perspective would be too much work to learn?

This course will take you from having little to no knowledge in perspective, to mastering the basics of drawing boxes and scenes, so that you will be able to draw environments you're proud of.

So what else is in it for you?

After learning all of the foundations, you’ll be able to create 2 different projects by the end of the course with confidence.

You’ll gain instant access to all 9 sections of the course.

The course is designed to take you through step by step, the process of how perspective works, and being able to create scenes using simple methods.

Don’t believe me? We offer you a full money back guarantee within the first 30 days of purchasing the course.

Here’s what you get with the course:

You’ll get access to the 9 sections of the course that will take you through everything you need to know about perspective. The course is supported with over 13 hours of clear and effective content that we guide you through each step of the way.

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The course starts with the basics. we will be going over photoshop basics necessary to go through the course with.
Next, you will learn how to draw boxes in a simple way to get you understanding how forms work in space.
After that, you will get in depth tutorials of the fundamentals of perspective. This includes 1pt, 2pt, 3pt perspective, rotating objects, multiplying, dividing and a lot more.
Then, you will be learning how to construct landscapes in a simple fashion, as well as putting objects on top to make a scene.
After landscapes, you will be learning the concept of drawthrough and how to construct complex forms in perspective.
You will also be learning the basics of people drawing, understanding anatomy, and how to construct the body in a simple way to put them in any pose you want. You will also learn how to place people on a grid.
For the main projects, we will teach you the step by step process in creating environments such as a school hallway and a bedroom. You will also learn how to put characters in the scene.

Over the 9 sections you will learn:

How to use digital brushes
How to use the basics of photoshop
How to draw boxes
Perspective
Drawthrough
Dividing and multiplying planes
How to draw landscapes
How to design a room
How to draw people
How to put people in scenes
How to draw foreshortened poses

What else will you get?

- Personal contact with both instructors

- Lifetime access to course materials

- Real time tutorials

This all comes under one convenient easy to use platform. In addition, you will get fast, friendly, responsive support on the Udemy Q&A section of the course or direct message.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

Perspective
Rendering
Design fundamentals

Basic anatomy
How to draw people in perspective

Perspective
Rendering
Design fundamentals
Basic anatomy
How to draw people in perspective

Syllabus

Introduction

Welcome to the course!

In this video, we will be going over what materials are needed in this course!

This is a brief explanation of how to use the Q&A section.

In this video, you will be learning the basics of photoshop needed in this course.

Here is an overview of how to use the line tool.

In this video, you will be learning how to make a milk carton using simple perspective.

Jumpstart Section

In this video, you will be learning a quick and easy technique to draw boxes.

In this video, you will be learning how to modify boxes.

In this video, you will be learning how to turn ordinary boxes into wooden ones.

Fundamentals of Perspective

In this video, you will be learning what perspective is and how it can be applied to drawing.

In this video, you will be learning the basics of lineweight and its importance.

In this video, you will learn how to rotate objects in perspective.

In this video, you will learn how to draw boxes in 1 pt perspective.

In this video, you will be putting what you learned in this homework assignment.

In this video, you will learn how to draw boxes in 2 pt perspective.

In this video, you will be learning how to foreshorten in perspective.

In this video, you will be learning how to multiply planes in perspective.

In this video, you will be learning how to dividing planes in perspective.

In this video, you will be doing a fun exercise by making a smiley face.

In this video, you will learn the basics of 3 pt perspective.

In this video, you will learn what drawthrough means.

In this video, you will learn how to draw Cylinders and ellipses

In this video, you will learn the common mistakes beginners make when it comes to perspective.

Students will learn about the basics of drawing landscapes

In this video, you will drawing a quick landscape.

In this video. you will learn how to draw objects on top of the landscape you learned how to draw.

In this video, you will learning how to draw landscapes using 1 pt perspective.

Students will learn how to approach drawthrough for different things.

Drawing from the Center Line and Footprint

In this video, you will learning how to draw speed forms using drawthrough.

How to Draw People

Welcome to this section on people drawing!

In this video, you will learning an easy way to break down basic proportions for the human body.

In this video, you will learn torso and back anatomy.

In this video, you will learn arm and leg anatomy.

In this video, you will learn how to put it all together.

Putting it Together Part 2

In this video, you will learn how to construct the head and the planes of the face.

In this video, you will learn how to construct the body using flat shapes.

In this video, you will break the body down to boxes and cylinders.

In this video, you will how to bend the torso by breaking it down to 3 boxes.

In this video, you will be drawing basic poses using these methods.

In this video, you will be drawing foreshortened poses using these methods.

In this video, you will be learning a quick method on how to place people on a grid.

School Hallway Project

In this video, you will be sketching and constructing your environment.

In this video, you will be refining your environment.

In this video, you will be adding people in your scene.

In this video, you will be adding lighting as well as simple colors in this scene.

Cutaway Room Project

In this video, you will be sketching and constructing your second environment.

In this video, you will be refining your second environment.

In this video, you will be adding characters to your second environment.

Congratulations on the completion of this course.

Congrats on finishing the course! See you next time!

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Perspective From Start to Finish with these activities:

Review Basic Geometric Forms

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Strengthen your understanding of basic geometric forms to better grasp how they are used to construct objects in perspective.

Browse courses on Basic Shapes

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Gather reference images of cubes, cylinders, and spheres.
Practice drawing these forms from various angles.
Focus on maintaining consistent proportions and accurate representation.

Read 'Perspective Made Easy' by Ernest R. Norling

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Solidify your understanding of perspective principles with a classic guide.

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Read the book, focusing on chapters relevant to the course syllabus.
Practice the exercises provided in the book.
Compare the book's explanations with the course content.

Draw Boxes in 1, 2, and 3-Point Perspective

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Reinforce your understanding of perspective by practicing drawing boxes in different perspective systems.

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Set up vanishing points for 1, 2, and 3-point perspective.
Draw multiple boxes in each perspective system, varying their size and position.
Focus on maintaining accurate convergence of lines towards the vanishing points.

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Create a Simple Room Interior in Perspective

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Apply your knowledge of perspective to create a simple room interior, reinforcing your understanding of spatial relationships.

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Choose a perspective system (1, 2, or 3-point) for your room.
Sketch the basic layout of the room, including walls, floor, and ceiling.
Add furniture and other details, ensuring they are accurately placed in perspective.
Refine your drawing, adding details and shading to create a sense of depth.

Explore 'Dynamic Anatomy' by Burne Hogarth

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Deepen your understanding of anatomy to improve your ability to draw figures in perspective.

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Study the book's illustrations and explanations of human anatomy.
Practice drawing figures using the techniques described in the book.
Focus on understanding the underlying structure of the human body.

Design a Fictional Building Exterior in Perspective

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Challenge yourself by designing a fictional building exterior, applying all the perspective techniques learned in the course.

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Brainstorm ideas for your building's design and style.
Choose a perspective system and set up your vanishing points.
Sketch the basic structure of the building, ensuring accurate perspective.
Add details such as windows, doors, and architectural features.
Refine your drawing, adding shading and textures to create a realistic rendering.

Create a Portfolio of Perspective Drawings

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Showcase your mastery of perspective by creating a portfolio of your best drawings from the course and beyond.

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Select your best perspective drawings from the course and any additional practice work.
Organize your drawings into a cohesive portfolio, showcasing your range of skills.
Write a brief description for each drawing, explaining the perspective techniques used.
Present your portfolio online or in print, sharing your work with others.

Career center

Learners who complete Perspective From Start to Finish will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Perspective From Start to Finish.

Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan: Burne Hogarth's Lord...

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Explores human anatomy from a dynamic perspective, focusing on how muscles and bones move and interact. It valuable resource for artists who want to create dynamic and believable figures in their drawings. It adds more depth to the existing course by providing a deeper understanding of anatomy. This book is more valuable as additional reading than it is as a current reference.

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Think and Grow Rich - English : For Personal Growth...

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Provides detailed instruction on drawing the head and hands, which are often challenging aspects of figure drawing. It covers anatomy, proportions, and techniques for rendering these features accurately. It valuable resource for artists who want to improve their portrait and figure drawing skills. This book is helpful in providing background and prerequisite knowledge.

Melania

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Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir

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