Looking Outwards 05: 3D Computer Graphics

One project that caught my attention immediately is “Spells” created by Sasha Vinogradova in 2021. “Spells” is a series composed of 3 pieces, “Air”, “Whisper”, and “Fire”, intending to express “the magic one feels when inspiration strikes”. The 3D strings in the work represent the energy streams that allow us to connect, feel, and create. I really like this project because the artist did an incredible job in creating dimensions. Although it’s a 2D image, the way the strings are twisted and wrapped in the space creates depth and the illusion of a 3D sphere. “Spells” was designed using C4D and Zbrush, which are both 3D software for the creative industries. I explored both of these tools, and I found their features to be quite fascinating. For instance, Zbrush can actually allow users to sculpt 3D figures through “digital clay”. This week’s LO allowed me to gain some insight on how digital art and computer graphics can now exceed 2D and allow artists to generate 3D and interactive art.