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    How can I draw in 3D?
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    First, you make your horizon line. After that, you determine your vanishing point. You may draw a line there if you would like. After that, draw your shape/picture/letter. Then, draw lines from the edges of your shape to the vanishing point. Do not draw from the edges that will pierce the object. Then, once all of the lines that aren’t piercing the object are connected to the vanishing point, cut the lines to however long you wish the width to be. Erase the rest. Then, shade the opposite to where the sun would be. This will make it appear 3-D.
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    How do I know when and where to shade something?
    JustCallMe Ashley
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    It simply depends on lighting. If the object you wish to draw is right in front of you, just study where the light hits the surface of the object and where the shadows correspond with the light. Most shadows are in the corners or on the side where the light isn't reflecting off the surface of the object. Now the question of when? Well, first you must know where the lights hit the surface, Then you shade opposite of the lighted surface.
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    How can I draw a 3D table?
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    Start by drawing a rectangle as the tabletop. If it helps when drawing the 3D aspects, think of the rectangle as a long, stretched out cube. Then, draw four cylinders or 3D poles coming from each of the four sides. You can look online for images of 3D tables and copy those if that's easier.
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    How do I draw in 3D using a pencil on paper?
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    First, draw a horizon line. From there, use a technique to make the item appear like it is rising from the horizon line. Do the outline first, and then fill in the minor details.
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    How do I draw a 3D car?
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    Draw a car and then draw extensions through the back. Also go to dragoart.com, they help with anything regarding drawing.
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    How do I draw animals in 3D?
    Brandon Ross
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    Draw the outside as the inside and then fill with ink and let dry.
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    How can I make a character's face visible when shading in a dark warehouse scene?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Make the shading on the face lighter than the surrounding environment. That way, it stands out and creates contrast.
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    How can I write a name or print a name in 3D?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Extend the name in any direction and add shading to give it depth.
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    How do I draw a swimming pool?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Draw a box, add lines going down from the corners, connect them, and shade it. You can also add water for realism.
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    How do I know where to cut the paper for a 3D drawing of a jumping frog?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Cut around the shape of the frog, and then add a shadow underneath in the shape of the frog.
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    What if I don't have a ruler to draw lines?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Use a straight edge nearby, like a book or wall, and trace its edge as you would with a ruler.
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    Is it okay to not use a laptop?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Absolutely! You can create art using any medium you prefer, whatever works best for you.
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    How can I make my drawing pop out of the page?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Draw a shadow underneath the object in the shape of the object to make it look like it's floating.
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    How can you draw a 3D sphere that levitates?
    WikiAxolotlGlider427
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    Shade it so that it gets darker as you get closer to the edge. Then draw a circular or elliptical shadow below it.
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    How do I shade in a drawing?
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    To shade effectively, imagine the light source and where the shadows naturally fall. Adjust your shading until it looks natural.
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    How can I draw characters in 3D?
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    Use guidelines. First, create a sketch of your character, then draw over it to make the line art. Finally, trace it once more for the final design.
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    What's a vanishing point?
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    A vanishing point is a point on the image plane of a perspective drawing where the two-dimensional perspective projections (or drawings) of mutually parallel lines in three-dimensional space appear to converge.
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    Which things would I do to make up a three-dimensional model of a house?
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    Break the house into basic shapes, like a pyramid for the roof and a cube for the house. Then, you draw those 3D shapes stacked onto each other and add details.
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    Can I paint in 3D?
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    You can make 3D artwork with any media, but since paint is slightly harder to control, you may need more practice.
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    What are some shortcuts for making a 3D drawing?
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    Just make a vanishing point and draw guidelines. You can draw objects between them.
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