3-D Compositions

3-D composition is a visually appealing arrangement of 3-dimensional objects. They can be created using simple geometric 3–D forms like cubes, spheres, cones, cylinders, cuboids or objects generated from basic forms.

Students' sketches

A 3-D composition can be created as mentioned below :

  • Draw the cubes at around 20-25 degrees to the horizontal line. You can create all other 3-D solids from the cubes. To begin with, try creating the 3-D compositions only with geometrical forms.
  • Create an interesting arrangement of these objects considering
    • Placement of the objects – smaller objects should be in front. The objects should be overlapping and preferably in two or maximum three layers. Avoid putting similar objects in the same area.
    • Keep sufficient space around the composition to show the shadows of the objects.
  • how the effect of light by shading the object. Shading also helps to create the effect of three dimensionality of the objects.
  • Show the cast shadows of the objects in the given light conditions.


Consider the following points while creating the compositions :

  • Shapes and sizes of the objects.
  • Their arrangement and balance in the composition.
  • Texture or surface finish of various materials.
  • Shadows of the objects in the given light conditions.
  • Shading and light effect on the material.

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