Take a journey through art with Sharon Jeffus! In this lesson, you’ll learn all about linear perspective and how you can use it to guide art involving cities and buildings. You’ll explore how other artists have used one-point perspective, then make your own artwork of a city from the top view, an arched bridge at night, and a castle.

Element of Art:
Drawing

Art Appreciation:
Architecture
Frederick William Woledge
Camille Pissarro

Technique:
One-Point Perspective

Art Supplies used in this lesson:

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We can’t wait to see your creativity!

The Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci
The Wainwright Building
Brighton Chain Pier by Frederick William Woledge
The Boulevard Montmartre on a Winter Morning by Camille Pissarro