Space through Colour and Illusion

The author traces influences on her artwork, which include the effects of the characteristic light and the vast desert and seascapes in her homeland, Egypt, and her present home, Greece. The geometrical structures evident in the art and architecture of both countries have also contributed to the aut...

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Published in:Leonardo (Oxford) 1985-01, Vol.18 (2), p.96-99
Main Author: Zouni, Opy
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abstract spaces
Artists' Notes
Colors
Deserts
Flat surfaces
Geometric planes
Material properties
Observational research
Optical illusions
Stripes
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Summary:The author traces influences on her artwork, which include the effects of the characteristic light and the vast desert and seascapes in her homeland, Egypt, and her present home, Greece. The geometrical structures evident in the art and architecture of both countries have also contributed to the author's development. Space, perspective, optical illusion, colour, light, method of construction and the natural characteristics of materials are discussed in relation to the author's painting, sculpture and environmental works.
ISSN:0024-094X
1530-9282
DOI:10.2307/1577877