photorealism

Meanings

• noun

  A painting or photograph technique that uses realistic depiction of light and other physical elements of a scene, with the intention of creating an illusion of depth and three-dimensionality.

  - "The photorealism movement emerged in the late 1960s and gained popularity throughout the 1970s."
  - "Photorealism is characterized by its meticulous attention to detail and the use of precise, accurate representation of light and shadow."

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Variants

List of all variants of photorealism that leads to same result
photo-realism , photo-realisms , photo-realist , photo-realistic , photo-realists , photorealism , photorealisms , photorealist , photorealistic , photorealists

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Etymology

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Photorealism is derived from the Greek words 'phos,' meaning light, and 'realism,' meaning reality.

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Trivia

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1. Photorealism is not limited to painting or photography, but can also be applied to other media such as sculpture and digital art.

2. One of the most famous photorealistic painters is Ralph Goings, known for his detailed and lifelike paintings of everyday objects.

3. Photorealistic photography can be achieved using various techniques, such as long exposure times, multiple exposures, and the use of filters.

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Related Concepts

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1. Hyperrealism: A style of art that emerged in the late 20th century as a development of photorealism. Hyperrealism aims to create an even more realistic and lifelike representation of the world than photorealism.

2. Surrealism: A cultural movement that began in the early 20th century, characterized by its emphasis on the irrational and the subconscious. Surrealism was a reaction against the rational and logical thinking of the time and sought to explore the dream world.

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Culture

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Photorealism gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States and Europe. It was a reaction against the abstract and expressionist styles of art that dominated the earlier part of the century. Photorealistic artists sought to depict the world as it truly appeared, with a focus on the minute details and textures of their subjects.

How to Memorize "photorealism"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize photorealism, imagine a painting or photograph that depicts its subject with incredible detail and realism, capturing every texture, shadow, and reflection.

2. associate
   

   - Associate photorealism with precision, accuracy, and realism in art and photography.
   - Think of photorealism as a style that aims to capture the world as it truly appears.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that photorealism is a style of art and photography that emphasizes realistic depiction of light and other physical elements of a scene.

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