The Photos From This Symmetrical Instagram Account Are Super Satisfying
by N/A, 8 years ago |
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Symmetry is often considered a central factor in the objective beauty of architecture, art, landscapes, and facial features and these examples are no different.
For most people, symmetry is amazingly soothing.
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It's balanced and easy to look at.
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There are plenty of theories as to why symmetry is so satisfying:
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Some theorize our minds are drawn to the familiarity since it's easier to process and understand.
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And as Leonardo da Vinci's famous sketch demonstrated, it also reflects the symmetry of our own human bodies.
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But no matter what the reason, the Instagram 'Symmetrical Monsters' has capitalized on the attraction.
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The account has posted nearly 800 beautiful photos over the last 8 months.
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And they've amassed a huge 74.7K followers.
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While the account itself was started and is managed by one artist,
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The content is user submitted through the hashtag #symmetricalmonsters
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So the photos hail from all over the world from Singapore and Sweden to the US and China.
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For more picturesque symmetry, check out the Instagram account.
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And submit your own satisfyingly symmetrical images for a chance to be featured!
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