How to draw in one-point perspective

Master one-point perspective and create drawings of environments and buildings that jump off the page. Follow this step by step tutorial!

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Follow the steps...

01

Draw a rectangle with a cross in the middle to create your first set of perspective lines.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 1

02

Draw a smaller rectangle in the middle. The point where the lines meet is called the vanishing Point.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 2

03

Draw another set of perspective lines coming off your vanishing point.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 3

04

Draw in some lines along your guides.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 4

05

Use straight lines to create windows, lights and a tiled floor.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 5

06

Recess your windows into the wall.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 6

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7. Why not use the same technique to add doors on the other side.

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 7

08

Erase your guide lines, add some doors at the end of the corridor and you’re done!

How to draw in one-point perspective - Step 8

How does yours look?

How to draw in one-point perspective - How does your look?
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