In linear perspective, what determines where the horizon line is located?
a. the setting sun
b. the position of the eyes of the artist
c. the type of subject matter portrayed
d. the distance between major objects in the composition
e. the spatial depth
b. the position of the eyes of the artist
a. Incorrect. The setting sun does not determine the placement of the horizon line in a composition.
b. Correct. The position of the eyes of the artist determines the position of the horizon line.
c. Incorrect. The type of subject does not determine the placement of the horizon line.
d. Incorrect. The distance between major objects in the composition does not determine the placement of the horizon line.
e. Incorrect. While the horizon line is used to create a sense of spatial depth in the picture plane, that does not determine the placement of it.
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