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Perfect Perspective GuidelinesAn extension of perspective scaling, use this opportunity make a grid of perfect perspective guidelines. That way, the entire picture plane is in proportion rather than just the object. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Perfect Perspective Guidelines" Zero Point PerspectiveAn object that has no depth can be considered in zero point perspective. However, we can fix that. Use the perspective points we have learned so far to easily make it come to life. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Zero Point Perspective" Two Point PerspectiveA little bit more complicated, two point perspective deals with two vanishing points on both sides of the digital canvas. Be weary of perspective illusions, though. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Two Point Perspective" Three Point PerspectiveThree point perspective is quite useful for adding that extra flair to your digital painting. Building on a right angled triangle, it isn't too difficult once you know the concepts behind it. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Three Point Perspective" Basics of Perspective: Perspective ScalingPerspective scaling is the art of having the correct proportions of an object, in relation to the objects around it, no matter where is it on the picture plane. Learn it well! Permalink -- click for full blog post "Basics of Perspective: Perspective Scaling" Perspective DiagramsHaving issues making your own perspective guides? Here are some perspective diagrams you can download and import to your digital art program to aid you in your learning of perspective. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Perspective Diagrams" The Perspective CubeThe perspective cube and square are the basic building blocks for measurement. You will be using it a lot as a means of building proportions and correct perspectives on objects you want to paint. Permalink -- click for full blog post "The Perspective Cube" Perspective ConceptsThis article will be a quick introduction to perspective and how it is handled on this site. Give it a quick read so you understand the perspective concepts I will be talking about. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Perspective Concepts" One Point PerspectiveHere is where you learn one point perspective to start your understanding of how objects behave in space. Plus, learn how to add a little bit of proportions to your perspective. Permalink -- click for full blog post "One Point Perspective" Multiple Point PerspectiveExtend your knowledge of perspective even farther by studying some multiple point perspective concepts like the four point, the five point, and even the six point perspective rules. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Multiple Point Perspective" False Perspective HorizonWhat if the ground is not flat? Any type of uneven ground will hide the proper horizon. In fact, it will create its own horizons. Try not to be caught in a false perspective horizon! Permalink -- click for full blog post "False Perspective Horizon" Drawing Using Eye LevelConsider the composition's eye level. Where do you want the viewers to look at and at what vantage point? This will have a dramatic effect on the types of perspectives you are trying to achieve. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Drawing Using Eye Level" Building 3d ShapesEver wondered how to construct a flat object into 3d shapes? You can easily do so from the perspective cube. Use its internal grid as a form of measurment to mold your object. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Building 3d Shapes" Scalable GIMP Brushes in GIMP 2.4A milestone is made on October 24, 2007. Use scalable GIMP brushes to help you paint more effectively by allowing you to change brush sizes faster. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Scalable GIMP Brushes in GIMP 2.4" The Photoshop Eraser ToolThis is the introduction to the Photoshop eraser tool. It is kept as a separate tool and has three different variants on its own to play with. Permalink -- click for full blog post "The Photoshop Eraser Tool"
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