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Drawing Tutorial:
How To Draw 3D Guns (Pistol)
1 Point Perspective

Tutorial drawn by Nate Lindley
Skill Level: Middle School+
Tools: Paper, Pencil
Skill Sets: Drawing Basics; Proportion; Shape, 1 Point Perspective


Step 1: Basic Shape Framework

1 point perspective - Line drawing of basic shapes: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
1 point perspective - Line drawing of basic shapes: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
Tip: Convert complex images into basic shapes.
Work loosely and lightly - most of these lines will be erased.

Step 2: Improving the Basic Shapes

1 Point Perspective - Line drawing of improved shapes: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
1 Point Perspective - Line drawing of improved shapes: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
Tip: Think about the scale and relation between various shapes. 
Wait to darken the lines until you are certain the objects are correctly placed and sized.

Step 3: Forming Complex Shapes

1 point perspective - Line Drawing of complex shapes: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
1 point perspective - Line Drawing of complex shapes: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
Tip: Do not worry about getting every smudge off the piece. 
Sometimes those smudges leave a faint detail that can help inspire you when finishing the piece.


Step 4: Skill-Level Finishing

1 Point Perspective: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
1 Point Perspective: how to draw a Pistol by Nate Lindley.
Tip: Be sure to vary line intensity and break lines throughout your artwork.
If every line looks exactly the same, the piece will be flat. Mix bold and thin lines;
the piece will become visually interesting.
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