Different Perspectives in Art

Perspective is an important aspect in art work, used to make the piece appear more realistic and dramatic. Brunelleschi developed the theory of perspective as well as the three kinds that we have discussed; atmospheric, logical, and observed.
Atmospheric perspective creates the illusion of depth with a gradual reduction in the brightness of color and detail in the distance of the painting. It is achieved by using less focus, along with bluer, lighter, and duller hues for the distant spaces and objects depicted in a picture. An example would be Leonardo Da Vinci’s Virgin of the Rocks (p.638 22-1). There is a bluer tone to the top part of the sky and as you look through the rocks, the background fades and the mountains take on a foggier look. Thos...