In this tutorial Allan Macdonald explains the basics of perspective, including ellipses. He then explains a method for very quick sketch shading using in three different views.

This tutorial has been on the internet for a fair few years now, but for those that missed it, it is a useful introduction into the basics of perspective. The quick sketch examples are very simplistic, but show a very fast way to rough out some ideas. Using only a spray of colour and some simple highlighting you can effectively describe the 3D form of your designs.

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Tutorial written by: Allan Macdonald
Tutorial hosted by: www.cardesignnews.com

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