How can I illustrate or draw this: While on a boat it may not feel like it is moving, but as the boat drifts along the shore, the view changes.
No acceleration, no force, no feel.
If you are racing a sailboat from Rhode Island to Bermuda you have to cross the Gulf stream. This flows more or less Northeast at about 4 knots carrying you off course almost 100 miles in a day if you do not correct for it. However you can not feel the current carrying you sideways. You carry a water thermometer (the stream water is very warm) and look at water color, type of clouds and sea life to tell when you are in it. With modern navigational equipment like GPS you keep track of your velocity and position relative to earth constantly. The trick then becomes what is the optimal path to get to Bermuda fastest? How much do you let the stream carry you off the straight line track (rhumb line)? Where do you want to be when you come out the other side? Taking a straight path relative to earth might not be optimal.
To illustrate or draw the concept mentioned, you can follow these steps:
1. Start by drawing a horizontal line representing the shoreline. This line will be the reference point for the changes in the view.
2. Draw a boat near the shore. It can be a simple outline shape, like an elongated rectangle with a pointed front.
3. Draw another set of horizontal lines, parallel to the shoreline, but slightly curved. These lines will represent the water surface.
4. Add a point or an arrow at the front (bow) of the boat to indicate its direction of movement.
5. Draw a few elements on the shoreline, such as trees, rocks, or buildings. Place them at different distances from the boat to represent the changing view.
6. Now, to show the changing view, draw a few more elements gradually decreasing in size as they move away from the boat. These can include trees, cliffs, or other objects that create a sense of depth.
7. Consider adding waves or ripples in the water to emphasize the movement.
8. Finally, you can add shading or details to give depth and realism to the drawing.
Remember, the key is to depict the shifting scenery as the boat drifts along the shore, showcasing the change in perspective and the view.