Deep Space

"Take three photos showing deep space. In at least one photo you must demonstrate the depth cues of 1) perspective (convergence of line), 2) size difference, 3) textural diffusion or overlap or tonal separation. Each of these cues can be used as many times as you want, but must each be used at least once."

Perspective dominates the depth in this image. One point perspective brings our eyes down this hallway and helps us to feel that the hall is long and dark. I was drawn to the emptiness of this hallway and imagine with some higher contrast lighting the depth would really pop and the open doorway's light spilling in would draw you further down the hall. I tried on all of these images to accentuate depth in a natural way and found that if not intentionally pushed that depth lacks in cinematic flair.

This image incorporates tonal separation, textural difference, and perspective to create depth, though the image isn't exceptionally dynamic. Textural difference is the strongest element as we see the individual leaves become a conglomeration of green on the right and top of the image. This propels the center branch closer to us. I chose this image because it manages to incorporate these elements but with that the story was more interesting and engaging. I feel like the depth is here, but does it matter if you're not engaged in the story of the image?

In this image deep space is created primarily through the use of overlap and size difference. The candles are arranged specifically to allow for overlap and their uniformity accentuates their perceived distance as they move further from us on the table. I ran into some issues because of my lighting limitations in keeping everything in focus which would have helped with the depth as well. I was drawn to this image because of the way that the flames draw attention. I tried to be intentional in my composition and feel like some good depth is created, which could even still be increased with a deeper depth of field and tonal separation between the close and far candles.