Gibson's ecological approach to visual perception

Gibson’s ecological approach to visual perception suggests that we perceive the environment directly through our senses without needing complex mental processing. Instead of interpreting images mentally, our vision picks up rich, useful information—called affordances—about what objects can do or how we can interact with them. For example, a chair’s shape and texture signal that it’s suitable for sitting. This approach emphasizes that perception is active and tuned to real-world conditions, enabling us to navigate and respond effectively to our surroundings seamlessly and in real-time.