Reflections
If we place a mirror under an object, the mirror reflects the object in the same way very calm water does. There are several things to consider, however, when studying reflections. A reflection is not just an upside-down version of the object or scene; it is an entirely different view. The closer the object is to eye level and the horizon line, the closer the duplication of it will be. However, the circumstances of viewing would have to be perfectly equal in order to create a duplicate, and this rarely occurs.
An object will reflect in a mirror or calm water only as deep as it is tall. The only time this will change is if the surface of the water is moving or rippled, breaking up the reflection and extending it. Study the following ...
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