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Drawing Ellipses in Perspective with Erik Olson

Drawing Ellipses in Perspective
Perspective for Artists Learn the fundamental principles needed to draw ellipses in perspective

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Instructor
Erik Olson
Subjects
Drawing
Topics
Environment Illustration, Perspective
Mediums
Colored Pencil, Pencil
Duration
3h 51m 55s

In this lesson, instructor Erik Olson will introduce you to drawing ellipses in perspective. You will explore the eight-point method for drawing an ellipse, then practice it on cylinders and other similar objects. Erik will lecture on the restrictions of the cone of view, giving you greater insight into its principles.

This lesson belongs to the course Perspective I. In this 12-week course, master draftsperson Erik Olson will guide you through the foundations of linear perspective. You will learn how to measure, plot, and problem solve using the principles of perspective. Then, Erik will teach you how to interpret perspective from photography and masterworks. You will explore how the Old Masters utilized perspective as a tool for visual communication. After completing this course, you will build a solid understanding of perspective that allows you to draft complex scenes and objects.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

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