One of the reasons that designers like to use acrylic is because of the way it handles light. Unlike glass, acrylic actually holds and transfers light instead of reflecting it. This makes the material appear to be lit from within. Light is released from the material on the edges and also along any area that has been frosted. Above is a sculpture by Aaron R. Thomas made from stacked acrylic and colored resins, chiseled and polished to a shine.
Friday, September 14, 2007
Acrylic and Light
One of the reasons that designers like to use acrylic is because of the way it handles light. Unlike glass, acrylic actually holds and transfers light instead of reflecting it. This makes the material appear to be lit from within. Light is released from the material on the edges and also along any area that has been frosted. Above is a sculpture by Aaron R. Thomas made from stacked acrylic and colored resins, chiseled and polished to a shine.
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