Original picture
1 Bit-Black and white
2 colors 1 bit- black and pink
- Explanation:
- Bit depth is the number of bits used to select the color of each pixel in an image.
- For instance:
- 1 bit = 2 colors. Each pixel is either 0 or 1 as seen in the black and white picture.
- 2 bit =4 colors. Each pixel can be one of 4 colors.
- 3 bits=8 colors. Each pixel can be one of 4 colors.
- Higher bit depths allow more colors
How I made the indexed images
1. I used a smaller number of colors (2,4,8)
2. Assigned a dramatic palette so the image remains readable and visually appealing and accessible to the audience.
3. Exported the results as GIF and a 1-bit PNG for the black and white pciture
Why choose a lower bit depth image?
Psychological Factors:
Creates a simplistic visual that attracts the audience to the details of the image, allowing people to connect with the image more.
Quality and Performance:
Fewer colors means smaller file sizes which is easier to upload and download images to my website.