3. Point Perspective Vocabulary
The concept relating to how an object seems smaller the 
farther away it gets.
Horizon Line
The line that divides the sky from the ground and serves 
as the viewers’ eye level: It can be placed as high or as 
low as the artist wishes.
Vertical Lines
Up and down lines: In 1 or 2 point perspective, these lines 
are straight and serve as the support system for each 
object.
Horizontal Lines
Side to side lines: In any point perspective, these lines are 
connected to 1 point or 2 points that are on the horizon 
line.

12. 1 Point-Interior

13. 1 Point-City (middle vp)

14. 1 Point-House (side vp)