MESH + MOIRE A MOTION STUDY

FINDINGS

Digital and physical examinations of mesh revealed:
1. MESH MIMICS MOIRÉ—Many principles of moiré are also seen in sculptures and architecture.
2. MESH & MOIRÉ CREATE VISUAL PATTERNS —Movement of the overlaid patterns creates interesting visual effects and illusions.
3. HIGH CONCENTRATIONS OF MESH CAN FALSELY APPEAR MORE OPAQUE — same principle as halftone gradients, where higher concentrations of lines appear as shading.

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DIGITAL SIMULATIONS (SEE MORE)

CONCLUSION / APPLICATIONS

Many principles behind Moiré patterns can be applied to tangible design. Therefore, animations and digital simulations can and should be used in the design process of physical objects that apply Moiré patterns.

Moiré effects can be created in graphics, architecture art and other types of design to add visual interest.

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FURTHER EXPLORATIONS

In a continued study of mesh and moiré, I plan on further testing the following situations:
1. Use of a mirror behind bars to create a repeated pattern.
2. Repetitive mesh pattern by use of laser lights and fog.
3. Overlaying rotational patterns.
4. Use of organic shapes to create physical mesh.