Illusive Horizon Photography

'Axiom' Introduces Color to the Desert

In her latest series, 'Axiom,' photographer Viviane Sassen plays with light, color and reflection to create a graphic art appeal.

Perhaps the most ingenious aspect of the series is the way that Sassen layers each element. The horizon appears to be layered over the sky, while the perspex -- a solid, transparent plastic material -- is placed over the horizon. To conclude, the reflection lies over the perspex. This discovery comes upon closer inspection; upon first glance, the viewer is merely intoxicated by the rich detail and juxtaposition in each image.

The premise might be simple -- some colored plastic sheets and a long stretch of desert -- but it's Sassen's careful execution that makes 'Axiom' truly illusive.

Layered Photography
Opportunity to create mesmerizing visual effects by layering different elements in photography.
Graphic Art Photography
Potential to explore graphic art appeal through the use of light, color, and reflection in photography.
Illusive Photography
Emerging trend of creating illusive and deceptive images through careful execution in photography.

Industries Being Reshaped

Artistic Photography
Opportunity for photographers to experiment with innovative techniques and concepts in the field of artistic photography.
Graphic Design
Potential for graphic designers to incorporate illusive and layered photography techniques in their design projects.
Advertising and Marketing
Opportunity to utilize illusive photography to create captivating and attention-grabbing visuals for advertising and marketing campaigns.
SCORE
2.1 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 29%
Activity 27%
Freshness 8%

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