My research project explores the use of optical illusion within different graphic art disciplines. In particular the main focus point is to explore how and whether optical illusion can stimulate one’s imagination in order to support the meaning and presentation of visual information in the Graphic Arts.
This research question arises out of deeper concerns surrounding visual perception and “the process of the conquest of reality through art” (Gombrich, E H. 1982) – the debate on the subject of optical illusion phenomena originates from scientific, artistic, and psychological disciplines.
My motivation to accomplish this research results from significantly increased interest surrounding this debate, mostly within art. I will investigate how optical illusion can support visual communication and help an audience better understand what impact optical illusions have had on the Graphic Arts.
This research question arises out of deeper concerns surrounding visual perception and “the process of the conquest of reality through art” (Gombrich, E H. 1982) – the debate on the subject of optical illusion phenomena originates from scientific, artistic, and psychological disciplines.
My motivation to accomplish this research results from significantly increased interest surrounding this debate, mostly within art. I will investigate how optical illusion can support visual communication and help an audience better understand what impact optical illusions have had on the Graphic Arts.
