Friday, November 11, 2011

Dimension/Depth/Space

Above is an example of digital design that creates the illusion of depth. The image consists of a couch, table, flower pot, and a wagon filled with watermelons. A random grouping of objects but the way they are placed is key to creating depth. The image contains a linear perspective that is accentuated by the light and dark blue vertical lines. The parallel lines seem to recede back into the a horizon line creating that feeling of dimension. The shadows and lighting are key as well. In this image we can sense where the light source is coming from by the shadows. The light source in this image seems to be over head. It also gives the image a 3-dimensional feeling. You can see that the wagon is furthest from the light source since it casts the most shadow. The layering and overlapping of the object is another cue to depth. The wagon is closest to us, then the table, then the couch, then the wall. This effect is done by the overlapping and placement of objects. Texture also is used. Mainly the texture of lines. Color and value is used to create depth as well. The walls have a gradient of dark to light which keeps the illusion of dimension. The color also is key with where the light source is. All techniques create the illusion of depth and dimension in this image.

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