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How do I make something look larger in two dimensions?

Illusions of Proportion

Space is also measured as proportion or scale and is the heavyweight of illusion in drawing and design. Scale shows the relationship between objects by using size and distance. You can manipulate the impact of your message by using odd or different sizes in your project. A large green giant with a tiny green pea is quite effective.

A larger image appears to be closer, and a smaller image appears to be further away. An object at the bottom of your format appears to be closer.

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