Perspective Flashcards
1
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Perspective
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The illusion of depth and distance in a work of art.
2
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Shape
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A 2-D object defined in some way.
3
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Form
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A 3-D object defined in some way.
4
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Horizon Line
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On perspective drawings it is where the land (or sea), meet the sky.
5
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Vanish Point
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A point at which parallel lines seem to meet.
6
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Receding Lines
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Lines that the vanish point.
7
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Finishing Lines
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Lines that finish a 3-D form (usually the back of the form).
8
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Atmospheric Perspective
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AKA- Aerial Perspective.
It is the effect you get when far away objects take on the colors of atmospheric haze.