atmospheric perspective

Creating Infinite Depth

Atmospheric perspective mimics how the air itself acts as a giant lens, scattering light so that distant objects appear lighter, bluer, and less detailed than foreground elements. It is the ultimate tool for conveying massive geographical scale and three-dimensional depth on a flat screen. It works beautifully with layered subjects like mountain chains, canyon walls, or deep forests. Pair it with a telephoto lens perspective to stack these layers together. Avoid busy foregrounds that distract from the gradual, serene fading of the background.