Artist's Back to Basics

Perspective in the Landscape

Perspective is all around us. It is in the landscape, in buildings and clouds in the sky. Creating depth is an essential part of any landscape scene. Unless you understand the simple principles, your work will appear flat.

Perspective in the landscape will create a sense of distance and space. The following information applies to any landscape or streetscape drawing or painting you do and will ensure you capture the sense of perspective.

Elements of Distance

Trees, buildings, mountains and other objects

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