How to Do an Anamorphic Drawing + A Drawing in 3D
Anamorphoses: A distorted projection or drawing which appears normal when viewed from a particular point or with a suitable mirror or lens.
We need to distort our drawing in such a way that when it viewed from a certain angle it looks correct and in 3D. But how do we find the correct distortion?
For this we will use the following 2 templates, one which is straight and the other one which is in perspective, with all the vertical lines heading to a unique vanishing point:
Having done this drawing, we copy it on the regular (square) grid. Actually, since at the end we do not want the template to show, then we copy the grid, using a pencil, on a piece of paper and we draw on it. If we want our drawing to be larger than the original, we can measure the squares and multiply this figure x2, x4, etc. or if we want to make a large street drawing, then we can multiply it x10 or x20.
When copying the drawing, we use the numbers and letters of the original grid in perspective, finding their corresponding position on the regular grid. For example, if a specific feature is where the lines C-5 cross, we draw it on the C-5 crossing of our new grid.
You will notice that our new drawing will be distorted. But if we view it from the correct viewpoint it will look correct, and if we close one eye, or we look at it through a camera’s lens, then it will appear with a 3D effect.
(Note: When you see the sphere from the correct viewpoint, maybe it will not be a perfect sphere due to the additional perspective created by the distance from the point of view to the drawing. This situation may be very slight and if you are not drawing a geometric figure it may or may not be visible. However, be aware that you may have to do some corrections at the end.)
To clarify please watch the video tutorial:
To clarify please watch the video tutorial:
I hope these instructions were helpful to you. If you want to learn more about the technique and the history of anamorphic drawings and paintings, I recommend you to visit the blog at the following link:
I wish you success with your drawings!
Best,
Leonardo
Plaudite! I have been looking for instructions to help me sketch a 3d drawing for quite along time!
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