Perspective Made Easy : Book by Ernest Norling

First published in 1939, this concise book truly stands the test of time and contains all you'll ever need to know about perspective drawing. Perspective, the author states, is easy. However, surprisingly few artists are aware of the simple rules that make it so. This easy-to-follow book clarifies the laws of perspective and was the first devoted entirely to clarifying the laws of perspective. In twenty chapters, Ernest Norling explains the basics of perspective drawing - not only does the book show you 'how' to implement perspective, demonstrated with over 250 simple line drawings, but it also explains 'why' these concepts work. Starting with clear, immediately applicable discussions of the horizon, vanishing point, and the crucial relationship of eye level to perspective drawing, you'll learn how to place figures and objects in a drawing, depict interiors, create shade and shadows, and achieve all the other skills necessary for a successful perspective drawing.

This book follows a logical progression and assumes no prior knowledge from the reader, making it great for all artists. It includes suggestions on how to make your drawings simpler, a 'Remember' section at the end of each chapter which summarizes the most important information and principles presented in that chapter, and a 'Problems' section with exercises that help you apply what you have learnt. As mastering perspective is a basic skill every artist must have, Perspective Made Easy is an essential addition to any artist's bookshelf.

• Size: 14.6 x 1.9 x 21.6 cm
• Format: 224pp
• ISBN-13: 978-0486404738
• Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.