Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Working with the perspective grid
In order to begin working with content in perspective, it is helpful to see and set up the
perspective grid the way you want.
Using a preset grid
To begin the lesson, you'll work with the perspective grid, starting with an Illustrator pre-
set. The perspective grid, by default, is set up as a two-point perspective. You can easily
change the grid to a one-point, two-point, or three-point grid using presets, which is what
you'll do next.
Note
A one-point perspective can be very useful for roads, railway tracks, or
buildings viewed so that the front is directly facing the viewer. Two-point
perspective is useful for drawing a cube, such as a building, or for two
roads going off into the distance, and it typically has two vanishing points.
Three-point perspective is usually used for buildings seen from above or
below.
1.
Choose View > Perspective Grid > Three Point Perspective > [3P-Normal View].
Notice that the grid changes to a three-point perspective.
