#visualillusion

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Perspective Puzzle: Decoding Michael Craig Martin's Architectural Illusion

I've been immersed in studying the architectural drawings of Michael Craig Martin, captivated by their vibrant colors and intrigued by their unique perspective. Throughout the 20th century, I explored various architectural styles and projections, but it wasn't until I encountered Michael Craig-Martin's "Prospect Cottage - 2019" that I was truly stumped. This unassuming piece of architecture seemed to defy traditional perspective techniques, lacking any clear horizon for the eye to vanish into.

Instead of a conventional horizon, "Prospect Cottage" presented depth through its roof, reminiscent of the Parthenon's architectural elements. However, there was no discernible vanishing point on the horizon, leaving me perplexed. Even the timber cladding boards and roof eaves failed to provide a consistent reference dimension across the structure. Undeterred, I attempted to tackle this visual puzzle by rotating the image anticlockwise, shifting the perspective to view architecture from a different angle.

This unconventional viewpoint, suggested by an artist, offered a fresh perspective, allowing me to appreciate both the alternative horizon and the architectural details in a new light. It reminded me of the mesmerizing power of perspective, how it can manipulate our perception and draw us into the enchanting illusion of architectural space. In the end, "Prospect Cottage" challenged my understanding of perspective, prompting me to rethink how we perceive and interact with the built environment.

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Billie Eilish, the chart-topping pop phenomenon known for her genre-bending music and captivating visuals, has never been one to shy away from pushing creative boundaries. Her latest album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," is a testament to this artistic fearlessness, featuring not only impactful music but also a hauntingly beautiful album cover that demanded a commitment to discomfort. Billie Eilish Dives Deep for Art Beyond Photoshop: The "Real" Story Behind the Cover Image In a recent appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Eilish shed light on the creation process behind the cover image for "Hit Me Hard and Soft." Many fans speculated that the image, featuring Eilish submerged underwater in a fully clothed state, was the result of digital manipulation. However, Eilish revealed a surprisingly "real" approach to achieving the image. Diving into the Deep End: A Six-Hour Underwater Ordeal Eilish recounted a whirlwind day leading up to the shoot. Fresh off her Grammy win, she dyed her hair black and ventured to a "random place" in Santa Clarita, California. There, she encountered a 10-foot-deep tank – her stage for the next six grueling hours. Fully Clothed and Weighted Down: A Commitment to the Vision The details surrounding the shoot paint a vivid picture of dedication and perseverance. Eilish went underwater fully clothed, sporting a layered ensemble that included long pants, shorts, thermals, a flannel shirt, a tie, and various accessories. To ensure she remained submerged, a weight was strapped to her body. This commitment to realism, however, came at a cost. "Almost Died in These Shoots": Embracing Discomfort for Artistic Expression When host Stephen Colbert jokingly inquired about the seemingly dangerous nature of the shoot, Eilish's response was characteristically blunt. She admitted to a recurring theme in her creative process – a willingness to embrace discomfort in pursuit of a powerful visual. "It's not like, 'What can I do that will be the most uncomfortable that I could dream of?'" she explained. "It's more that I think about the visual before I think about how it's gonna make me feel." Waterboarding for Aesthetics: Pushing the Boundaries of Endurance Adding another layer of intensity to the experience, Eilish revealed that she didn't use a nose plug during the shoot. This essentially subjected her to a self-inflicted form of waterboarding for the entire six-hour duration. Despite the physical challenges, Eilish emphasized the importance of the visual concept. "A lot of my inspirations for the visuals on this album were optical illusion-type things," she explained. "Things that just make you question it or think about it for longer." Hit Me Hard and Soft: A Deep Dive into Music and Visuals "Hit Me Hard and Soft," a 10-track album created in collaboration with Eilish's brother Finneas, is a sonic journey that complements the captivating visuals of the album cover. Eilish's dedication to artistic expression is evident in both the music and the imagery, offering a cohesive and thought-provoking experience for fans.

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#shorts Street Illusions

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Explore the Illusion Tunnel at Stockholm's Illusion Museum! This fascinating exhibit immerses you in a world where reality bends and perspectives shift. Step into the tunnel and experience the evolution of visual illusions that captivate and challenge your senses. #IllusionMuseum #Stockholm #VisualIllusions

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Your eyes aren't always telling the truth. Dive into the intriguing world of visual illusions with #LifeLens. Uncover the secrets of your mind. #BrainTricks #VisualIllusions"

Hashtags: #BrainTricks, #VisualIllusions, #LifeLens, #FactFriday, #TikTokEdu, #PsychologyFacts, #IntriguingPhenomena

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Circular Illusion - Mirror Wall #visualillusion #mirrors #reflection #interiorphotography #interiorarchitecture #concipiotektura #letrato (at Mesa Robinsons Place Manila) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClvmCYhv3me/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Been working on some new material effects which yield some beautiful colors! Gets real crazy by the end :) Music: Dave Tipper - Sahra (his new album is incredible!) Download VJ loop: https://gum.co/SpectralWaveBloop . . . #contemporaryart #design #opticalart #visualillusion #fluidart #geometricalart #xuxoe #motionographer #motiondesign #livevisuals #tipper #projection #infinitecircles #mapping #sahra #mindart #jettisonmindhatch #shambhalamusicfestival (at Shambhala Music Festival) https://www.instagram.com/p/BybYq_SlENV/?igshid=fm102gmf7m4g

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Reese Witherspoon and her parabolic chin. Acrylic painting on canvas by Roy Amiss. #visualillusion #opticalart #contemporaryart #curator #artcollector #artexhibition #artgallery #publicgallery #interiordesign #londonart #museum #culture ##mediaarts #experimentalart #artjournalism #artcritic #artmagazine #arthistorian #visualperception #publicartspace #colour #trompel'oeil #holograph #avantgarde #moire #reesewitherspoon #actresses #parabola #mathematics https://www.instagram.com/p/BxRqdh0hPTc/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=h9mu14ixesyb

[ainnez]

Visual Perception Illusions Examples | Cars appearing out of nowhere? #s...

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Give me your shadow! Subscribe to our account, send a photo of your shadow to me in the DM, and I will mark you in history: “My shadow army”

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Shark head .. Shark Jaws .. Shark Eye.. No..No.. Trompe l'œil .. Visual Illusion .. Rock Formations in the Wadi Degla Canyon near Cairo, Egypt. #shark #Requin #TêtedeRequin #SharkJaws #SharkEye #SharkHead #Rock #RockFormations #Trompel'œil #Illusion #VisualIllusion #WadiDegla #canyon #Cairo #Egypt #geology #GeologyofEgypt #desert #protectorate #NationalPark #photography #photos #Macros ~ https://www.flickr.com/photos/rachidh/albums (at Wadi Degla Canyon) https://www.instagram.com/p/CaFfo4EKO5C/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[rachelsblogworld]

Street Illusions #shorts

#StreetIllusions

#OpticalIllusions

#MindBending

#MagicTricks

#VisualIllusions

#IllusionArt

#StreetMagic

#PerceptionTricks

#Illusionist

#TricksoftheMind

#UrbanIllusions

#IllusionMastery

#IllusionistsOfInstagram

#AmazingIllusions

#IllusionVideos

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The optical illusion stops people from running in the hallway This wavy floor is actually a mind-boggling optical illusion that stops people from running in the hallway. The floor — which is made of 400 individual porcelain tiles — looks like it has a giant dent in the middle, but it's actually completely level. The optical illusion only works when you face the showroom's entrance. The "dent" in the floor disappears when you look at it from the opposite perspective. Via @matiasexplorer . . #Opticalillusions #Opticalphenomena #Consciousnessstudies #art #visualillusion #structure #pottery #Ceramics #Ceramicart #material #civilengineering #decoration #interior #design #interiordesign #homeidea #hallway #architecture #interiorism #construction #porcelain #Tiling #tiles https://www.instagram.com/p/CTKNBRrgCgj/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Visual Illusion in an interior architecture - creates a sense of height and depth visually in the space #interiorarchitecture #visualillusion #architecturalphotography #concipiotektura #studioconcipio #letrato (at Adidas Brand Center - Glorietta 3) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca4xBF5PQ5C/?utm_medium=tumblr