When we talk about visual storytelling or deconstructing film scenes, we often discuss composition, lighting, color, sound design, and music. But is there another sensory dimension? One that we human beings experience all the time in real life? Namely: The sense of touch? Well, we obviously can’t let the audience touch any of the elements in the shot. However, we can indeed evoke this sensation. How? Through textures, which are a significant visual tool and, sadly, often overlooked. Let’s take a look at some inspiring examples of using texture in films! Texture is an important part of our lives. Not only does it let us learn about the world through a different sensation than sonic or visual, but it also evokes an emotional response: when we stroke our child’s hair, put on fluffy fleece pajamas on Sunday, or walk barefoot through the dew-touched grass. This tool becomes all the more important in films. Yes, we cannot appeal to the dimension of haptics physiologically, but by using textures (and we will talk about different meanings for them below), filmmakers create a connection between the visual sense and the touch. That allows the audience to perceive how something feels and emotionally react. What is texture in films? When we think about the “feel” of a particular film, we usually include many different elements in this term: the cinematography, the color schema, the narrative, the acting, and so on. Texture also belongs on this list. It describes the materials and physical means (such...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 23 August, 2024