Negative space is the absence of space.


I found negative space in my cutout as the green areas, and in my still lives as the dark areas.


It helps an artist to see negative space because it gives you another way to look at things and another tool to use when drawing.

Seeing in negative space enhances drawings because it gives you another way to look at what your drawing.

A. What is one thing you learned, specifically something you did not know before?

I learned that to make something look really 3D, you have to have it conform to a vanishing point. You can't just make a loose guess with eyesight.

B. How did learning this make your drawing better?

Learning this made me realize that you could only see certain sides of some objects depending on where they are in the room. This makes it much more lifelike.

C. If you could do this assignment again, what would you do differently?

I would probably try to complete it a bit faster, and get going on coloring the drawing sooner than I did.

D. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one-point perspective drawing before?

I would say to absolutely make sure that everything you draw conforms to the vanishing point, make it the right side, and don't be afraid to redo some things. It may (and probably won't) turn out right on your first attempt.

E. What resource helped you most and why?

I think the slideshow we saw at the beginning of the unit explaining perspective and vanishing points helped me the most. It provided some very basic rules that helped me draw.

a. What is one thing that your learned specifically that you did not know before.
One thing I learned that is vital with any one point perspective drawing is that the vanishing point is what determines the outcome of your drawing, and everything must be precise. I was never aware of how much of an impact one error could potentially make.

b. How did leaning this thing make your drawings better.
Well, learning this will make my drawings better, for I'll use each technique that I've learned though this drawing and apply it to anything else I decide to draw. 

c. If you did this assignment again, what would you do differently?
If I could do this assignment again, I would take more of the help I neglected to get. My final drawing would have been better than what it resulted to be. 

d. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one point perspective drawing before?
My advice would be to put into consideration each line you draw. Every single mark you put to paper is a commitment, and don't be too quick to marry an idea. 

e. What resource helped you the most and why?
The resource that helped me the most was probably the slideshow on moodle that explained every single step of drawing the art room. It was helpful guide, as well as a fantastic visual aid. 

a. What is one thing that your learned specifically that you did not know before.

I learned that art has more math then one would expect. I also learned that the vanishing point is the key to the drawing. All orthagonals go back to the vanishing point.

b. How did leaning this thing make your drawings better.

These components taught me how to make a more realistic drawing with the most precise lines I could. 

c. If you did this assignment again, what would you do differently?

I would have given myself more time. I also would have made sure what I was doing was correct before getting to far into the drawing. I would seek help earlier.

d. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one point perspective drawing before?

I'd tell someone to always use a ruler, no matter how straight they think they're lines are. Also, do not be afraid to make mistakes and use a ruler.

e. What resource helped you the most and why?

I think that site that showed us the step-through- step plan on how to draw a one point perspective room was the most helpful. It made me understand the basics of orthogonals in the simplest sense. Ms. Hull was also a great source when I had important questions that need direct answers.

A. What is one thing that your learned specifically that you did not know before.

This project, like every other project at SLA, was a learning experience. One thing that I learned that I found interesting is the concept of one point perspective drawings. Before that assignment, I never even knew something like that existed.

B. How did leaning this thing make your drawings better.

It made my drawing and my overall artistic skills better by adding a flare to it. I'm not saying that i'm the best artist or even an intermediate, but because I've learned the skill of drawing in perspective I can make things come to life. 3D art is always interesting to look at, but knowing that I was the one behind the work of art makes me happy.

C. If you did this assignment again, what would you do differently?

Technically speaking, I have done this assignment twice, and speaking from experience it made it better. Now, I am not implying that it is perfect, but by redoing it I made it more professional.If I could do this assignment over, I would add more color and detail to it. 

D. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one point perspective drawing before?

My advice to someone who has never done it would be to follow all of the directions given (if there are any). Also to have every orthogonal line go to you vanishing point.

E. What resource helped you the most and why?
The resourced that helped me the most are my classmates, teacher and also the slideshow that was provided to aide me through the process.

Below is the picture of my final product! 

​a. What is one thing that your learned specifically that you did not know before.
I learned how to draw in one point perspective and i did not know how to do that kind of art before.

b. How did leaning this thing make your drawings better.

 It made my drawings better by making them more accurate, i never measured my artwork before so by doing this it made my art look more professional.  
c. If you did this assignment again, what would you do differently?
I would take more time on it so it would be the best possible drawing i could make it.

d. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one point perspective drawing before?

My advice would be to take you're time and do the measurements because they really help

e. What resource helped you the most and why?

The website that showed us how to do it because i learn better when i have examples.

a. What is one thing that your learned specifically that you did not know before.
I learned how to do one point perspective. I did not know anything about that topic before. 
b. How did leaning this thing make your drawings better.
Understanding this topic made drawing easier for me. I can understand 3D drawing now. 
c. If you did this assignment again, what would you do differently?
If I could do this assignment over, I would just make it better and nicer. I would do the stools over because they are only okay, but I want it to be perfect. 
d. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one point perspective drawing before?
I would tell them to have patience and just take your time. Also I would remind them that you would have a lot of mistakes. 
e. What resource helped you the most and why?
The resources that helped me were my friends and my art teacher. They helped me a lot and give me pointers on the drawing and how I could make my drawing better. Also the powerpoint that our teacher provided us with helped a lot.

This project, like many other I've encountered at SLA, has been both extremely challenging, as well as pretty fulfilling. During this entire process, I've learned a lot about both first point perspective, and the concept of messing up, and starting all over again. After completely rushing through the project, I ultimately faced major consequences, that being having to start all over. From this though, I found the error of my ways. Before getting some extremely helpful advice from Ms. Hull, I'd just thrown in whatever I could, in order to get the project done faster. However, this completely backfired. Anyway, after much trial and error, I finally managed to complete the project, with a product much better than the original. I guess something in particular I really learned was to keep going, even if things aren't really in your favor.

Learning this drawing helped my artistic skill more, by enriching me, and adding some variety to it. Before my art classes at SLA, I was stuck to drawing basic cartoons, and some manga characters, which isn't really impressive. I'd always wanted to learn how to draw things like full rooms, and not a sad excuse for one. While I'm still attempting to grasp the skill, I love the idea of improving well enough to have really impressive room drawings. This class has taught me something I'd never learn otherwise!

If I could do this project all over again, (which I technically did...,) i would pay a little more attention to the requirements at hand, then started the actual drawing, rather than getting what I could, not asking for help, then freaking out when given another chance. I'd also reconsider the color scheme. And definitely avoid markers, they only lead to trouble... 

To those ever interested in pursing the art of one point perspective drawings, should look into the following, before achieving those dreams. I highly, highly, highly, one hundred percent recommend both getting a good look at your subject, making sure you fully know what you want to have in your picture. Also, take your time, don't rush, have several pencils and erasers nearby, because there is no such thing as being over prepared. Lastly, when a teacher says draw from the vanishing point, you'd be better off to listen to that... 

My greatest resource had to be my peers. I'd be distraught, and in a complete frenzy, but they'd always be around to help me out, and offer some pointers here and there. However, my biggest one right now, has to be Ms. Hull. I really can't get over the fact that I was allowed to restart, even though my first outcome was awful. That right there, is called awesome art teaching. 




Below are my drawings. You can already see the immense difference between the last one. (first image,) and my first attempt, (second image.) 

a. What is one thing that your learned specifically that you did not know before?

One thing that I've learned is that most 3D Drawings uses One-point perspective. I also learned that all of your lines must return to the vanishing point.
 

b. How did leaning this thing make your drawings better?

It helped make my drawings better becasue it showed me how to properly and evenly make the drawing in one-perspective. It also help me with drawing props in one point perspective.

c. If you did this assignment again, what would you do differently?

I would have to add color to my room and add more props.

d. What is your advice to someone who has never drawn a one point perspective drawing before?

My best advice is to someone is to practice, practice, PRACTICE! It will help for your final drawing. And also use your resources wisely.

e. What resource helped you the most and why?

The moodle slideshow because it hepled me get a better understanding of what to do and how to do it.