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... > Objects <facet> > Components <hierarchy name> > components (objects parts) > components by specific context <guide term> > information form components > script and type forms <guide term> > script and type signs > phonetic signs > letters (signs) > letterforms > letterform components > outlines (graffiti) > letter shadows (graffiti)

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letter shadows (graffiti)  

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • letter shadow (graffiti)
  • shadows, letter (graffiti)

Creator

  • Jona Schlegel
  • Stefan Wogrin

Editorial note

  • 'Letter Shadows' in the context of graffiti refers to the technique of adding shadows to the letters or characters of a graffito to create a sense of depth and three-dimensionality. This design element is often used in conjunction with highlights to enhance the visual impact of the graffiti and to give the text or characters a more realistic, three-dimensional appearance. The placement of letter shadows is typically opposite to the direction of the highlights, mimicking the way light and shadow interact in a three-dimensional space. This technique showcases the graffitist's understanding of light and perspective and their ability to manipulate these elements to create a more dynamic and visually engaging work. Letter shadows contribute to the complexity and visual appeal of the graffiti, transforming flat letters or characters into three-dimensional forms that capture the viewer's attention.

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https://vocabs.acdh.oeaw.ac.at/indigo/letterShadowsGraffiti

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