Terms Associated with Perspective (Leaving Cert DCG): Flashcards
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Picture plane
Picture plane
Transparent surface where 3D image projects to 2D
Horizon line
Horizon line
Horizontal line representing eye level on picture plane
Station point (SP)
Station point (SP)
Exact observer position when viewing an object
Horizon line equals
Horizon line equals
Eye level
View of objects above horizon line
View of objects above horizon line
Bottom surfaces visible
View of objects below horizon line
View of objects below horizon line
Top surfaces visible
Effect of picture plane closer to object
Effect of picture plane closer to object
Objects appear larger
Effect of station point closer to object
Effect of station point closer to object
More dramatic perspective
Ideal cone of vision angle
Ideal cone of vision angle
30 degrees
Three main perspective terms relationship
Three main perspective terms relationship
Interconnected; changing one affects final drawing