The Phenomenon of Floating by Rob Gonsalves

Ambiguous 28 January 2013 0 Comments

The Phenomenon of Floating by Rob Gonsalves

I love the work of Rob Gonsalves.  Each of his paintings presents a subtle yet magical transformation.  When the viewer finally realizes what is going on, he (or she) cannot help but be impressed.  His painting below, titled “The Phenomenon of Floating” presents a woman floating on her back and looking at the heavens in […]

Christmas Tree Optical Illusion

Miscellaneous 26 December 2012 1 Comment

Christmas Tree Optical Illusion

Patrick Kruger from Seattle brought a 14 foot Christmas tree home that would not fit into his house.  So he naturally did what anyone else would do…  he cut the top of the tree off and attached it to his roof.  A few deceptively placed shingles help create the effect that the tree is busting […]

Optical Illusion Compliments of Sandy

Forced Perspective 2 November 2012 0 Comments

Tree Forced Perspective

Some experts project that the total economic damage from Hurricane Sandy could be as high as $50 billion.  One person affected by the storm was able to capture an optical illusion compliments of Sandy.  Can you tell what is going on in this picture?