What technique did Eakins use to create images of deep space?
His studies in perspective
A unique blending technique
Using a wide brush
Using only oil paints
Answer
Eakins' studies in perspective allowed him to create images of deep space. He would use a grid to map out the space in his painting, and then use his understanding of perspective to create the illusion of depth. He would also use light and shadow to help create the illusion of depth, by making objects in the foreground appear brighter and more detailed than those in the background.
Unveiling the Artistry of Thomas Eakins: A Journey Through Late 19th-early 20th Century American Art
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