How to Visualize Depth

In experimenting with virtual reality, augmented reality I’ve been very interested in the notion of depth. Depth perception — the use of our two human eyes. Why depth?

1. Color heat map, for depth

Red as closest to us, then blue a little further, then green furthest back:

2. Virtual reality depth mapping

Oculus Rift S+ gravity sketch app, and toggling the “depth” map:

Also, using Google Tilt Brush to create brief animated GIF (wiggling left and right) as a means to better see and understand the depth in a scene: