Metal

Makes an object read as metal through hard reflections and defined edges.

Visual traits

• metal sheen
• hard edges
• reflected light

Expected changes

• Makes an object read as metal through hard reflections and defined edges
• The characteristic is more likely to be visually legible

Definition

The material of a depicted object made of metal. It does not determine a production material, technique, art style, or narrative.

In more detail

Makes an object read as metal through hard reflections and defined edges. Subject, background, color, and composition remain separate choices.

Includes

• The material of a depicted object made of metal

Excludes

• Production material or technique
• A particular art style or work
• Background narrative

What this does not imply

• A particular art style or medium
• A particular narrative or place
• Actual production method

Variability

The strength of the feature can be adjusted to the object form and scene.

Usage

• Specify only the material state function or diagram structure
• Specify other conditions separately

Distinguish similar expressions

• Specify art style and production method separately

Typical uses

• Makes an object read as metal through hard reflections and defined edges
• Make an object or information clearly visible

Possible failure modes

• The feature is not legible and the object becomes generic
• It is confused with another material or state