What type of drawing shows an object from an angle rather than straight on?

A perspective drawing represents an object from an angle rather than straight on, capturing a more realistic view of three-dimensional objects as they appear to the human eye. This technique uses vanishing points and horizon lines to give depth, making it effective for visualizing space and conveying how an object sits within its environment. It creates an illusion of depth and volume, enhancing the viewer's understanding of the object’s form and placement.

In contrast, orthographic projection presents an object from multiple flat views (such as front, side, and top) without representing depth, which can sometimes make it difficult to visualize the three dimensions simultaneously. Isometric drawing also conveys three-dimensional objects, but it does so using a specific angle (typically 30 degrees to the horizontal) without the sense of depth that perspective drawing provides. The top view captures the object as seen directly from above, offering no angle or depth perception. Each of these methods has its unique applications but does not achieve the same realistic representation as perspective drawing does.