The minimal shadow is effective because the rest of the artwork is highlighted with what the viewer would expect to be sunlight. Shadow is used to draw the viewer from the left of the image, into the centre focus point (where it is also in shadow).
It’s purpose is to emphasise the connection the viewer has with their own life. The light and shadow depicted within this artwork, portray realism. Therefore, the viewer follows his gaze to the focal point of the artwork. The horizon line of the ocean indicates that there is no end in sight to its vast enormity. To ensure that the viewer is drawn to a specific area, the child is positioned in a comfortable sitting position, looking away from the spectator. The spacial organisation of the artwork, is defined by the horizon line and focal points. To enhance the realism of the ocean, the artist has painted some parts of the blue with both light value, and some that are dark in value. This blue is low in saturation, which gives it a low intensity. The dominant hue that is used throughout this image is blue. The rubbish is textured and is settled under the shadow of the wave.Īnalysis using Compositional Interpretation: The sky is clear, the water is calm and the sand is smooth. Collection/source – Ferdi Rizkiyanto online portfolioĬontent: Male child lifts up an ocean wave that reveals hidden plastic rubbish underneath.