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Definition: Trompe-l'œil

Tue, 11/06/2007 - 1:33pm by casasugar
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Trompe-l'œil is an artistic technique that uses extremely realistic imagery. This technique creates the optical illusion that the depicted objects really exist, instead of being mere, two-dimensional paintings. The name is derived from French for "trick the eye."

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  • Rachel419's picture
    Rachel419
    3

    I love this technique! Its so cool. We just started our drawing unit in art class and I"m really trying to perfect this technique. Its my favorite!

    1 year 4 weeks ago Report Comment
  • MamaD's picture
    MamaD
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    I have always admired the artists who can accomplish this technique!!!

    1 year 4 weeks ago Report Comment
  • cocomademoiselle's picture
    cocomademoiselle
    7

    I love this technique! It is commonly used in scenic art for theatre, to create perspective and depth on stage. Some works are breathtaking! Really artistic!

    1 year 4 weeks ago Report Comment

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