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Poster study
A high-contrast source and a bold point create a poster that reads from a distance. Keep the background quiet so the dot field has room to breathe.
Case studies in dots
Halftone art you can actually recreate
The best halftone experiments make the dots part of the composition rather than a filter placed on top. These small studies show how source choice, contrast, and spacing change the final mood.
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Portrait study
Portraits benefit from a smaller point and a careful contrast range. Preserve the eyes and the silhouette first; texture in the midtones can be allowed to simplify.
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Pattern study
A pattern is about repetition rather than a source image. Use the pattern generator to test a grid, a staggered layout, and a transparent background before placing the tile into a larger composition.
Made for seeing the difference
Look at the dots. Then decide.
Every page on HalftoneDots pairs a clear explanation with something you can inspect, download, or make yourself.