Module 6

Elements of Visua
l Arts
6. Perspective

Perspective is the element of a

rt which is directly influenced
by distance.

• Linear Perspective
• Aerial Perspective
Linear perspective

- is a rendering technique used by fine artists

to create the illusion of depth on a flat surfac
e.
The technique is based on how the human e
ye perceives the world around us.
Horizon line - defines the Vanishing point - Objects
farthest distance of the b along these lines get smaller
ackground and is the plac as they approach the
e where a central vanishi vanishing point, suggesting
ng point is established. distance.
Convergence lines -Also
called orthogonal lines.
-are sets of parallel lines
appear to get closer toge
ther as they recede into t
he distance and meet at
a single vanishing point.
Aerial perspective
-also called atmospheric perspective
-method of creating the illusion of depth, or
recession, in a painting or drawing by modulating
colour to simulate changes effected by the
atmosphere on the colors of things seen at a
distance.