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| The first and most basic element of perspective is what is known as the "viewer's point of view". This requires an understanding of horizon line placement. If the viewer is looking down on the subject, the horizon line should be placed high above the drawing, and if the viewer is looking up at the subject, then the horizon line should be placed below the drawing. Depending on the view point, and how steep the angle is, it may be necessary to introduce a third vanishing point, but more about that later.
The viewer's point of view or eye level therefore, is the horizon line. You must place it in relation to the position of the character you will be looking at. Remember, to take into consideration the attitude of the character and the mood of the scene. (• Note: When I say "character", this can also mean an environment such as a room, building or open space like a field. It can also refer to an object.) |
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