There are a couple of ways to draw a circle in perspective. In this example a square is drawn using a two-point perspective (blue lines), diagonals are drawn through the square (red lines). The crossing of these diagonals gives us the center of the square in perspective. Running lines back to our vanishing points, through this center point, will divide each side of the blue square in half (indicated by the four arrows). These halfway points can then be used to plot in the arcs of the circle. Notice how the halfway points appear closer to the far end of the blue lines due to the effect of perspective.
The same method can also be used for a square drawn with one-point perspective.
When I was a kid I loved to draw cars and my favorite part was the wheels. I’d draw around a coin and they always looked so good! Unfortunately, the more I drew the more I realized drawing around a coin had its limitations. One of the most useful drawing techniques I was taught was to draw a circle in perspective. We will go over that technique here, and then examine its application to our paintings.
Stage by Stage
This dome-capped building is made up of a series of different sized circles. To draw the building we can use a one-point perspective to construct the series of variously sized and spaced circles to create a framework. Working carefully will give us an accurate rendering of the building.
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Peaceful Places
Sara Linda Poly creates a sense of atmosphere and depth in her soft, ethereal landscapes
School's in Session
A look at some of the many in-person and online art classes and workshops available today
Collaborative Environment
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Flying COLORS
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Keep It REAL
The Art Renewal Center bolsters the support and reverence of traditional representational art
BUILDING AN ART CAREER ONLINE PART I
In this two-part series, James Gurney presents options for artists who want to improve their internet business strategies
EDWARD FRAUGHTON
Sculpting the Spirit of the American West
Preserving the Soul of Art
Throughout human history, people have used art to express themselves, record their daily activities, capture moments and share their emotions.
Intrigue in the ordinary
I've \"'ve never had any formal training always had a strong attraction to the arts and the practice of painting