This image was originally the front facade of an interesting glass and stone building in Tel Aviv. I used one of the Line and Ink filters in Topaz Simplify to convert it to a graphic design. It appeared very flat (ie., two-dimensional) as a result, so in order to evoke an impression of three dimensions, I flipped it vertically and added the flipped image to the bottom of the original image. Then I decided to rotate the entire image 45 degrees. I think I like the result...but I'm not totally sure, so I thought I'd post it to see what all of you thought.
Correction: I rotated it 90 degrees...not 45. (You probably already figured that out!) I'm also thinking that the image needs more in the middle, so I may work on that next...but meanwhile, feel free to comment.
I like what you're doing with this. A rough vertical line down the center would solidify the 3D look, I think. It might take care of your thought about adding something to the center, too. Another way to add more to the center would be to take away a little from the left and right edges. Maybe with a reflected black & white gradient???
I really like this Wendy, if you hadn't said what it was I would never have guessed. I like it without the detail in the center. It looks more organic that way (if you know what I mean). Has a very optical illusion quality to it.
Very creative! I like the symmetry. At first it looks like a real building, then I notice the windows are not in a "normal" position. I really like that real vs. the "unreal" tension in the image. Also brings to mind an architectural drawing. I am good with the center being less detailed as my eye quickly moves outward to the detailed windows and decorative posts. Possibly with more interior detail it could become a bit busy.
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