Created on 2024-02-07

The image is of an aged, yellowed paper with handwritten text and a few simple line drawings. The text is written in cursive in black ink and reads as follows: "2 But in drawing, the reality of the converging sides is simply a change of angle & direction. R.R. TRACK Reality in drawing We interpret the change of angle as depth in space but that is only the apparent meaning. The real third dim^n is the black color against the white color, as far as the picture itself goes. This change of direction by a black plane in relation to a white plane creates – " There are three drawings interspersed with the text. The first drawing to the left of "R.R. TRACK" shows a square with parallel sides. The second drawing, marked "R.R. TRACK," depicts railroad tracks converging towards the horizon, representing the way parallel lines appear to converge in perspective drawing. The third drawing to the right, with the note "Reality in drawing" above it, shows a square with convergent sides mimicking perspective. The text and sketches suggest a discussion on how the perception of depth and three-dimensionality is created in two-dimensional drawings, with the focus on perspective drawing principles.

Created on 2024-03-30

The image appears to be a handwritten note or text discussing some concepts related to drawing and visual perception. The text mentions "the reality of the converging sides" and discusses how the "change of angle" can affect the perception of depth in a space. It also talks about how the "real mind dim'd" as the "color against the white color" can influence the way the picture itself is perceived. The note seems to be exploring various ideas and principles around drawing, visual representation, and the psychology of visual perception.