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Learning the Basics of Linear Perspective

Linear perspective is a crucial but sometimes intimidating topic for artists, especially beginners. But don't let nailing the fundamentals keep you from creating better drawings and paintings. Artist Patrick Connors shares his expert advice, offers easy tips and demonstrates a quick drawing exercise on the basic principles of linear perspective.

Perspective Drawing: Understanding Linear Perspective Course

Do you want to create more depth and structure in your drawings or paintings? Have you tried drawing in perspective before, but "don't get it"? Do you want to want to improve your sketching, making faster, more accurate perspective drawings?
This course is designed to help!

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