Graphics Reference
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In the following Figure, a magazine photograph has been 'shattered' using simple, regular
diagonal strokes. However, the technique can be applied in a number of different ways:
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Diagonally, horizontally, vertically, or in a circular or freeform manner;
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Varying the alignment between 'shattered' areas;
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Gaps or no gaps between the cuts;
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The addition of another photograph or colour as a contrasting visual ele-
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Regular or irregular, thick or thin cuts.
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Figure 69. Applying 'shatter' to an existing image.
This technique imbues an image or photograph with an edgy, experimental and avant-garde
connotation and variations of 'shatter' are often used in graphic design as per the following
Karl Lagerfeld advertisement (2012) and page layout, Esquire magazine (2010).
