Lighting Research

Language of Vision- Gyorgy Kepes

Relationship of choice

In these early representational images, the hierarchy of size was intimately associated with the hierarchy of power, strength and importance. Thus, the first spatial scale had a structural correspondence to the scale of values. Size relationshiops were usewd not only as a spatial sign but also as symbols and as a means of plastic emphasis. (Page 72)

People gauge the size of an object by the horizon line. The drawing by 11 yo Spanish child on PG 73 exemplifies how size can be used to create a hierarchy whilst retaining all relevant information and forming a coherent piece of art.

Technical control of artificial light.

Softer the light, leaves the audience at ease and comfortable.

The increase of artificial light creates more contrast and deepens shadows creatinga deeper intensity.  (P. 80)

 

Light and colour ( page: 134)