r/stringart

When making string art, the first question everyone asks is: "How close is the digital version to reality?" It's always a tough one to answer, because it varies based on things like lighting, thread size, and thread reflectivity. I've never felt like I could give a great answer. So I finally decided to try simulating the construction in 3D space, the same way I would in real life. Factor in some lighting, and this is the closest I've come to approximating what these pieces actually look like in person.

One thing I've noticed I can capture with this is the way light influences the thread color. When strong enough, light can make even black thread look white—something I've noticed with the physical pieces too.

Made with nails, string and 3d prints