Diagonal Quote by Dan Flavin
“A piece of wall can be visually disintegrated from the whole into a separate triangle by plunging a diagonal of light from edge to edge on the wall; that is, side to floor, for instance.”
About This Quote
Source Installation: Light Sculpture, 1974
Describes a visual effect where a diagonal light creates a separate triangular shape on a wall.
In simple terms: Light can isolate shapes.
Use light to highlight geometry.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gallery design
- stage lighting
- architectural illumination
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does lighting alter perception of space?
- What emotions does the isolated triangle evoke?
Effect depends on viewer's perspective.