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Self Shadow

 A shadow is an area where light is blocked by an object.


When light travels in a straight line and meets something opaque—like a person, a tree, or a building—the object prevents light from reaching the surface behind it. The result is a darker shape that mirrors the outline of the object. That dark shape is the shadow.


In simple terms

  • Light source → shines
  • Object → blocks the light
  • Surface behind → receives less or no light
    ➡️ A shadow appears


More than just physics

Beyond science, shadows carry deeper meaning:


  • In photography, shadows add depth, contrast, mood, and mystery. They help shape forms and guide the viewer’s eye.
  • In art, shadows can suggest time, direction, and emotion.
  • In reflection and metaphor, a shadow often represents what is hidden, unseen, or overlooked—things that exist, but are not immediately visible.


A quiet reminder


A shadow only exists because light exists.

Without light, there would be no shadow at all.


That is why shadows are not merely darkness—they are proof of light, presence, and form.


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