How to Draw a 3-D Letter "R"

Using perspective is the best way to create 3-D objects.

There are four basic ways of drawing 3-D lettering; however, using the "one point perspective" method produces the most effective-looking letters. This method uses the principles of perspective so it takes into account the idea that 3-D objects get smaller the farther away they are.

Things You'll Need

• Pencil
• Eraser
• Ruler
• Paper

Instructions

1. Draw a capital "R" with a thickness of approximately 1/3 inch.

2. Mark a point to the upper left of your letter. If your letter has a width of 1 inch, then the point should measure 1 inch above and to the left of the R.

3. Use the ruler to draw lines from the letter to the point. Make sure the lines start from all the corners of the letter and culminate at the same point.

4. Consider the depth of the letter and draw shadow lines around the "R" to decide the thickness of it.

5. Finish it off by erasing the lines that continue to the point so you are left with just the 3-D "R."

References

• Discoverhowtodraw.com: How to Draw 3-D