Presenting A View in Art
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A bright view, heavily-framed or observed as through a tunnel, can appear jewel-like and allows appreciation of composition
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The same view with narrower frame involves the viewer more in the lines of movement in the scene
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A wide panorama view gives a sense of immersion in the scene
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