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Virtual Vignettes Take Two: Realism vs. Surrealism – Part 1 | The Metaverse Tribune

Part 1 – Realism

Building virtual environments is a three dimensional branch of visual art. Within art there are ideological constructs. I find it fascinating that as virtual reality interprets reality we can explore those constructs here; particularly realism and surrealism.

“In general, realists render everyday characters, situations, dilemmas, and objects, all in a “true-to-life” manner. Realists tend to discard theatrical drama, lofty subjects and classical forms of art in favor of commonplace themes.”[1]

via Virtual Vignettes Take Two: Realism vs. Surrealism – Part 1 | The Metaverse Tribune.

via Virtual Vignettes Take Two: Realism vs. Surrealism – Part 1 | The Metaverse Tribune.

May 24, 2012 - Posted by | Art in Virtual Spaces, Research, Virtual Worlds | , ,

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