Three dimensional images- Once, this term only refers to a kind of drawing that artists can do. Now, fast forward to the twenty first century, three dimensional images are the new ‘in’ thing. Surely, you have seen the movie ‘Avatar’ and you have dismissed it as just another kiddie film. Yet, this movie has stunned the whole world with its futuristic effects, great cinematography, and of course, a good three dimensional effect. No doubt, three dimensional imaging will witness a good decade ahead of it.
Three dimensional imaging, more popularly known as 3D is technically defined as the cubic representation of a figure. When used for media purposes, 3d gives an illusion of ‘absorbing’ the audience and the audience feels that they like ‘inside’ the scenes. It gained popularity because of its peculiarity by then, and also, the people are hungry for something that is new. Up to now, three dimensional films are always anticipated.
3D is not only used in motion pictures, it is also employed in television. TV shows can now spice up their programs with 3D effects that are seen through a 3D glass. More and more shows are using this kind of effect because viewers can readily relate to it and 3D on TV is quite a new perspective. This practice has spanned countries from across the world and the TV industry is no doubt dominated by 3D. Nonetheless, TV shows with 3D effects are mostly those that are in fantasy or variety show category. TV dramas maintained their format and none is known yet to employ 3D effects in their episodes.
Not only TV and films, there are also those who are in board of the 3D craze. Though it is hard to see 3D effects in print, they still found a way to incorporate it in their publications. Like with the TV, it also became an instant hit and it sparked off the magazine 3D dominion.
As people may infer, three dimensional imaging in motion pictures, television, and in print might be just a fad. Like any other effects that are incorporated to increase the commercial value, some experts predicts that this 3D era in media will soon end. Some disadvantages of three dimensional imaging include its complexity and the audience cannot feel or see it without special tools. Unlike a very well created film with good special effects and graphics, the audience can appreciate it without his 3D glasses on. But as far as this generation is concerned, 3D is not a fad at all. Soon, we will see it in every media paraphernalia that we lay our hands on and set our eyes upon. This can be a good sign of an advanced technological age and it allows the people to foresee the future gadgets that will be invented to astound us. Needless to say, technology not only made our lives easier, it also paved the way for more enjoyable relaxation.

