3D not 3D
A personal visual experiment inspired by vector artist Vijay Verma (@realvjy), pushing the limits of 2D tools by creating hyper-realistic, tactile hardware visualizations entirely within Figma. Check out my Figma Community profile (linked below) to duplicate and explore the detailed source files for yourself!
Year
2026
Scope
Visual Design, Vector Art
Industry
Personal Exploration
Duration
∞ ( Infinity )
//WHAT EVEN IS THIS
3D not 3D is a deep dive into vector manipulation, dedicated to replicating the depth and texture of 3D product renders using nothing but flat 2D tools. By leveraging advanced layering techniques, combining precise multi-stop gradients, inner shadows, strategic background blurs, and angular lighting effects, this collection re-creates real-world hardware concepts with almost similar surface details. The project serves as both a CMF material study and a challenge to the standard perception of what can be designed inside a canvas primarily built for flat interfaces…
