Illusions are everywhere. The more we look, the more we see. In fact, according to modern physics, our entire perception of reality is an illusion. Still, as Jean Rhys reminds us, “The value of an illusion (is) that the shadow can be more important than the substance.” So enjoy the show! (And don’t miss the quotes below the montage.)
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That’s stunning. You picked fantastic photos!
Thanks, Erika!
Oh, how this speaks to my hippophile soul!
They’re all mind bending but the horse sipping water … 🙂
I know. That’s why I put it first!
The cat who appears to have been launched and the tree that looks like the top of its trunk is hovering over the bottom part of its trunk are great illusions among many good ones. Thanks for the entertainment, Mitch. 🙂
My pleasure, Nancy.
Great pics as fab examples!
I especially love the “zebra lion”.
Fascinating photos! Thanks for sharing!
My pleasure!
I used to have the Escher picture of the stairs. It’s one of my favorites.
Me too. He’s pretty much the King of Illusionary Art.
Brilliant, Mitch! Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure, Sandy.
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Excellent
Listening with eyes to reveal the surprise…
Exactly, Pam.
I love these. The Van Gogh one is the best. 🙂
Which is the Van Gogh one?
The Starry Night optical illusion.
YEAH!!!
Marvelous photos
Very cool!
is that a horse or a unicorn?
It’s whatever you see.