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Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

Drawing a see through 3D box

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  1. Any type will do, but if you're starting as beginner, graph paper is best.
  2. With a pencil, you can erase any mistakes.
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  3. Make sure you only draw on the line to make sure it's straight.
  4. The higher or lower you put it, the longer your box will be.
  5. This will be the bottom of your box.
  6. This is the top of your box.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 2:

Drawing a 3D box that isn't see-through

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  1. Any type will do, but if you're starting as beginner, graph paper is best.
  2. With a pencil, you can erase any mistakes.
  3. Make sure you only draw on the line to make sure it's straight.
  4. This is the bottom side of your box.
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    Does it work the same with rectangles?
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    You can do the same thing for rectangles and any angular shapes (rhombus, pentagon, octagon) or similar shapes.
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    How do I draw a 3D triangle?
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    There is no such thing. Now, if you mean a CONE, draw a sideways oval and then have two lines curve upward into a roof/triangle shape.
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    How can I do it if I do not have graph paper but only lined paper?
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    The idea is the same on any paper. The grid is only to help get the lines exact. If you struggle drawing it without a grid at first, you can use a ruler to draw one out.
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Things You'll Need

  • Blank sheet of paper
  • Pen or pencil
  • Straight edge (a ruler is good to get congruent lines.)

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This article was co-authored by Swetha Shenoy. Swetha Shenoy is a Modern Calligraphy & Watercolor Artist based in New Jersey. She is the founder of The Paisley Corner, a creative hub that provides art workshops & team-building activities for individuals and corporate teams alike. Swetha created The Paisley Corner to spread the joy of creating through her art workshops. She teaches multiple lettering techniques, including hand lettering, brush lettering, and watercolor lettering. Since founding The Paisley Corner 5 years ago, she has taught 2500+ students (adults and kids) at over 200 workshops. Notable corporate clients include Adobe, Shapeways, Rituals, Confetti, MixLife & the New York tri-state area public libraries. Prior to her career as an artist and small business owner, Swetha worked as a Software Engineer at multiple companies. She received a BS in Computer Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University and a MS in Computer Science from University of Illinois, Chicago. This article has been viewed 156,626 times.
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Updated: June 19, 2024
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Categories: Drawing Objects
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To draw a see through 3D box, all you’ll need is a pencil and paper. First, draw 2 identical rectangles on the page. that are overlapping. One of the rectangles should be above and slightly to the side of the other one. Then, simply draw 2 lines connecting the top corners of your box and 2 lines connecting the bottom corners. For tips on how to draw a 3D box that isn’t see through, keep reading!

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