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INSTRUCTOR

Paul Heaston

DESCRIPTION

In this workshop we will learn how to draw “curved” space in a technique I call Umbrella Perspective, but with a Chicago twist! We will apply specific strategies of thinking about in perspective to create sketches that appear curved or spherical, not unlike a photograph taken with a “fish eye” or wide angle lens.

So-called “curved” perspective has become a fun and novel approach in urban sketching, but it can also feel a bit confusing when it comes to how to begin your sketch. This workshop will take some of the mystery out of terms like “curvilinear” and “spherical” perspective and even simple-sounding words like “wide angle” and “fish-eye” that are descriptive but don’t give the sketcher any insight into where to start. 

LEARNING GOALS

• Go over basic 1, 2 and 3-point perspective with emphasis on intuitive concepts
• Apply “umbrellas” to receding edges and lines in the cityscape to create curved perspective drawings
• ’Seeing’ relationships between objects versus ‘naming/defining’ objects
• Understanding scale relationships and proportions
• Foreshortening and angle-finding through ‘sighting’
• Economizing visual information and selecting detail

SUPPLY LIST

• Hard light pencils  that are easily erased (recommend 4H – 6H)
• Durable eraser (white plastic/vinyl recommended)
• Media of your choice to complete the sketch