Our Emotional Sensitivity To Shape

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Written By Bobby Parker

Our emotional sensitivity to shape is demonstrated by the familiar Rorschach (inkblot) test, which was designed to aid psychologists in evaluating  emotional stability.

By using the knowledge that some shapes are inevitably associated with certain objects and situations, the architectural illustrator can set the stage for a pictorial drama.

Whether viewing inkblots or artwork, our response to shape is often primitive and subconscious. Some shapes convey fairly common meanings. Square, for instance, frequently utter perfection, stability, solidity, symmetry, self-reliance, and monotony. Similarly, circle may suggest confidence, independence, and/or confinement; oval may suggest fruitfulness and creation; stars could suggest reaching out.

So, you can use shapes to express a emotion or mood, in your architectural renderings. Afterall, isn't that what we are trying to do?

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Bobby Parker
Hey there, thanks for visiting my online portfolio. My name is Bobby Parker and I’m a Minnesota based illustrator who specializes in photo-real architectural renderings, and I’m not afraid to turn my hand to animation if the job requires it. While growing up in Illinios I always had a childhood interest in drawing and artwork that has stayed with me throughout my career in architecture. I received my architectural education working for some of the most talented architects in Chicago. I’ve worked on a wide range of projects, and pride myself on the ability to deliver a valuable and visually-appealing end product, no matter what the scope. For me, it’s essential to achieve a balance between quality and speed. 24 years after working professionally, I am still combining the fundamentals of art with the most current industry technology, to create incredibly realistic 3D architectural renderings. I love what I do, and I hope that it shows in my portfolio. Please take a minute to visit my work page and drop me a message if you have any questions
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