Elevator Floor Illusion

Going into this elevator would certainly makes one nervous. A sign at the entrance cautions the people that goes in about work in progress. A more detailed look shows that the floor has been painted with an illusion that there is no floor.

Shadow Illusion

Partners in both life and art, Tim Noble (1966) and Sue Webster (1967) explore the toxic influences of consumer culture through new modes of portraiture. Turning garbage into complex and visually arresting sculptural installations, Noble and Webster exploit, manipulate and transform base materials, often using self-portraiture to undermine the "celebrated" authorship of the artist. This artwork is called "Dirty White Trash", Six months' worth of the artists' rubbish

Triple Sunrise Illusion

This is a natural illusion. On this day, the Sun rised due east at the Equinox, a geocentric astronomical event that occurs twice a year. What we see here is a set of ice halos, recorded on a cold winter morning near Green Bay,Wisconsin, USA. Produced by sunlight shining through common atmospheric ice crystals with hexagonal cross-sections, such halos can actually be seen more often than rainbows. The remarkable sunrise picture captures a beautiful assortment of the types most frequently seen, including a sun pillar (center) just above the rising Sun surrounded by a 22 degree halo arc. Completing a triple sunrise illusion, sundogs appear at the far left and far right edges of the 22 degree arc. An upper tangent arc is also just visible at the very top of the view.

Body illusions

Try these astounding experiments to trick your body and brain. Vilaynur Ramachandran, the world-renowned neurologist, has used these experiments to investigate phantom limb pain. The Pinocchio experiment with body image Find 2 willing (and good) friends Sit on a chair blind-folded, and ask your friend (let’s call her Sam) to sit on a chair in front of you, with her back to you. Ask your other friend to take your right hand and put it on Sam’s nose Tap and stroke her nose in a gentle random manner, making exactly identical movements with your other hand, on your own nose. Continue this for 60 seconds. About 50% of people will have the extremely odd sensation that their nose is 3 feet long, or somehow their nose is elsewhere! Body image and a rubber arm You will need 1 friend 1 fairly realistic rubber hand or arm Put one of your arms behind a screen or box on the table, so you can’t see it. Put the rubber arm on the table in a position that looks like it’s your arm. Look at this hand Now get your friend to stroke both your real hand, and the fake hand. They must stroke both identically, with the same timing and at the same part of your hand. You’ll have the strange sensation the rubber hand actually belongs to you. Before you begin, ask your friend after a minute or so of starting the experiment to (without warning) hit the rubber hand very hard – what do you do?

Optical illusions - Café wall

The café wall illusion is an optical illusion, first described by Richard Gregory in 1973. According to Gregory, this effect was first observed by a member of his laboratory, Steve Simpson, in the tiles of the wall of a café at the bottom of St Michael's Hill, Bristol.

This optical illusion makes the parallel straight horizontal lines appear to be bent.

To construct the illusion, alternating light and dark "bricks" are laid in staggered rows. It is essential for the illusion that each "brick" is surrounded by a layer of "mortar" (the grey in the image). This should ideally be of a colour in between the dark and light colour of the "bricks".

Optical illusions - Impossible triangle

This optical illusion is taking advantage of the 3D techniques of perspective angles and shading to create this impossible triangle. Lines are added to the corners where they do not belong which confuses you. The added shading helps you track the surface as intended. Notice the use of different shades at each corner which help make this a believable, impossible form.

Through this 3D optical illusion example we see the possibilities of making semi-realistic images of 3D objects that couldn't possibly be made using right angles.

Scintillating grid illusion

The scintillating grid illusion is an optical illusion, discovered by E. Lingelbach in 1994, that is usually considered a variation of the Hermann grid illusion.

It is constructed by superimposing white discs on the intersections of orthogonal gray bars on a black background. Dark dots seem to appear and disappear rapidly at random intersections, hence the label “scintillating”. When a person keeps his or her eyes directly on a single intersection, the dark dot does not appear. The dark dots disappear if one is too close to or too far from the image.

Optical illusions - Herman grid

The Hermann grid illusion is an optical illusion reported by Ludimar Hermann in 1870. The illusion is characterised by "ghostlike" grey blobs perceived at the intersections of a white (or light-colored) grid on a black background. The grey blobs disappear when looking directly at an intersection.

Optical illusions - Spinning disc

Focus on the dot in the centre and move your head towards and away from the screen.

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Optical illusions - How many legs?

How many legs does this elephant have?

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In with the New & Out with the Old

A haunting feeling knocks at the door,

if only to scare you and make you unsure.

In with the new & out with the old,

a meaningful story about to unfold.

A series of opposites at a moment in time,

a glimpse of reality as it starts to unwind.

Caught in the emotion of fear in your heart,

controlling the feelings from the end to the start.

Been there before and it certainly gets old,

a place we all frequent ...a story untold.

In toward the new and beyond your threshold,

fire turned to ashes, your life put on hold.

Learn how to touch the secret inside,

as you travel through time with no thoughts in your mind.

Examine those feelings from stress & hard times,

and find new directions in the back of your mind.

...Or to constantly repeat life with the same dues to pay,

is like waking each morning on that same Groundhog Day!

So remember the future ~ now there's an odd twist,

see through illusion ...just make one wish.

Feast on the intellect, accept not demand.

a striking resemblance to new lines in your hand.

It can't be so bad to accept change and grow,

karma's the lesson... you reap what you sow.

You move to new places, designed from inside,

and it all flows from visions that began in your mind.

Look in towards the mirror ...focus & behold,

see beyond illusion while removing the blindfold.

It's all in the Mind...

What ever happened to goals and the truth,

the things that you wanted & believed in your youth.

And what has become of innocent times,

the world can be puzzling if it starts to unwind.

Where did we go wrong to end up in this mess,

give up on performance and settle for less.

The answer should not be a surprise...

you made this yourself with the power of mind.

The future began as a beautiful dream,

turned into reality and is not what it seems.

You started a succession of powerful sources,

thoughts are like lightning & magical forces.

Your words are the structure to what is achieved,

you make your own future, it's part of the scheme.

But negative thinking on a regular basis...

believe me you're playing in dangerous places.

Set into motion only positive thoughts,

fly high and don't give up, all those goals that you sought.

Think into being is the gift of this life.

it's so simple, you could miss it ~ and pay dues all your life!

The Mystery Of Life..

The time has come to face up to the truth,

whatever the consequences, those are the rules.

Nothing happens by luck or by chance,

the timing is perfect and your world is enhanced.

You're reading this message because of a light,

that has guided you inward, to see toward what's right.

Some of the travelers who get on this ride,

are not ready to see it, to think or decide.

They just need a push, a shove or a guide,

the great illusion is inward, and not just outside.

It's the secret of life that flows in us all,

but why understand it and why climb this wall?

Nothing is simple as we hide under our beds,

all is a paradox and it's all in our heads.

Fantasy is lucid on this trip through the dream,

the path travels inward ~ building high self esteem.

Overcoming all images of fear and of strife.

thought creates reality ...that's the Mystery of Life!

It's all in a Word..

Change the significance of life with one word,
its spelling, its meaning, its message unheard.
Wake up the vision ~ come push or get shoved,
open your mind with the power of love.

A positive reflection of your life it will show,
the opposite meaning to the word known as NO.
That two letter word which closes all doors,
shows clearly affliction ...and causes much more.

The inevitable direction for lost in the crowd,
since that word brings on karma when spoken out loud.
The impending destruction of a place to outgrow,
change results of the negative ~ with the wisdom of KNOW.

Seeing is believing ~ blind as you are,
if you don't see for yourself, you won't get very far.
You're on your own now ...there's no turning back,
knowledge is primary ~ that is the knack.

A complete transformation that all undergo,
live in the magic ...and the comfort of know.
So wise a concept when finally thought out,
the results of your efforts is what it’s about.

Life is as subtle as the words you have heard,
substitute know for no ...it's all in that word!

The Tiger Within..

Have you begun to question the rules of this game,

reflect on your actions and take some of the blame.

For all that just happens there must be a cause,

to find it ...the answer, sit back and just pause.

Feel what you’re thinking ~ investigate all.

think what you’re feeling ~ grow to stand tall.

Look at yourself then ponder the facts,

it’s a positive attitude that makes you attract.

All is in harmony ...it’s a quieting sound,

the secret of life is very profound.

The reason is curious, as above so below,

and knowledge is hidden at the end of rainbows.

Calming your mind and the tiger within,

all is not viewed by the color of skin.

Outward appearance is not genuine,

it's not what you look like ~ but from where it begins.

Thoughts are like mirrors ~ just slightly bizarre,

and it all comes from wishing each night on a star.

Mind Over Matter...

Is everyone's life really that different,
or is there a thread that connects us all?
The experiences we have seem oddly connected,
you'll understand my friend at the end of the long haul.

You say to yourself "What a coincidence"
you're asking yourself "Is this just a clue"
All things that have happened before this moment,
are connected correctly ...spooky, but true!

To get to a place that you want to be,
set your thoughts on it and then magically...
This place in your mind suddenly appears,
as long as you're not just plain insincere.

It's mind over matter at work in your life,
irony and destiny but hopefully not strife.
Mind over matter is a powerful tool,
use it correctly and follow the rules.

You've got to know where you are trying to go,
you've got to know why or the answer is no.
But all things are possible through mind in this life,
from money & fame to the spiritual life.

Just decide on the things you want as your goal,
use mind over matter and bring shape to the whole.
You'll see life's connections in all that you do,
re-living the future ...it's like déjà vu.

...But you've got to hold on to that feeling inside,
of wanting and striving and direction and pride,
or mind over matter becomes words on a page,
and life in this miracle becomes lines on the stage.

An Oxymoron..

Your view of the world and the life that you see,
is totally the opposite of what it appears to be.
It's not in the real world that we see all the time,
but it's quietly happening in the back of your mind.

An opportunity is growing ...to understanding yourself,
and you can't even read it from the books on the shelf.
Light enters darkness, when you go that next step.
here's something unique you must learn to accept.

The world as you see it ...that great illusion,
is totally the opposite, and you must reach this conclusion.
You only go outward to get further in,
you only get further, when you see life from within.

Attempts to learn the golden rule,
beyond the well read educated fool.
True colors ~ they reflect what you see,
contradictory images that show harmony.

Drift Glass..

Do you look at your horoscope that's printed each day?
it's amazingly accurate in a paradox way.
It has little to do with the planets at all,
but it's a form of symbology ...for things to recall.

You could slip through this life with your head up your past,
never realizing potential, like a piece of drift glass...
Or you could study life's meanings and where you could be,
astrology is in symbols ...to master destiny.

It can show you direction ...a fate overhaul,
the way to change reality is not drift or think small.
If you're looking for answers, start from within,
the circle of life needs a point to begin.

The Road To Travel..

Success is a journey not a destination, ...the fortune cookie said.

I wonder what's in store this life, whatever the future ahead.
I met a 'Seer' along the path, and all his predictions came true,
is life just so easy in fact, that I don't even have a slight clue?

The road to travel is long & strange, with dangers at every bend,
it will make you strong & very wise, and the test is right at the end...

You can go off the path, and make mistakes; but you'll pay the price if you do,
should you be wise and not hypnotized, anything in this world can come true!

When you think of your past and remember that day,

just think of the choices that sent you this way.

Try to comprehend how the pieces fit in,

realizing the enigma as the shadows wear thin.

Timing is everything to see the next step,

a wrong choice or decision is a long non-stop trip.

If we could see answers to all life's little ways,

it wouldn't be so hard to see through the haze.

Seeing is learning and that is the test,

if you made the right choices at the start of this quest.

Live in the real world, a life and a goal,

good friends and true meaning ~ let love feed your soul.

So be careful of false signs, of tricks and of strife,

you'll remember those choices when you look back at your life.

The right things in life are here by your choice,

you made this yourself, now sit back and rejoice.

The Art Of Looking.

Look clearly at life and not just your own,
how much is reality, and how much is unknown.
It's not measured in beauty, possessions or wealth,
but measured in consciousness and judged by yourself.

Do you wonder if this is your chance,
to examine the future and all that might last?
Material things just gather the dust,
whereas thought becomes life force and this is the thrust.

A look in the mirror at the start of each day,
a vision of emptiness ...but a nice résumé.
It's all in the cards ~ but its not yet a deck.
sit back and slow down, take the time to reflect.

Fountain Of Youth...

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Beginning from children we search for the cure,

that will change our opinions from doubt to secure.

A miracle potion that just takes one drink,

turns dreams to reality ...in the time of a wink.

You want in an instant ~ what takes a lifetime,

not willing to study or develop your mind.

But if you're a traveler on a search for the truth,

you could glimpse that illusion, that Fountain of Youth.

It begins as an image that seems inside-out,

with depth and with substance when clearly thought out.

Some think the fountain is a place you can find,

and spend their life searching ...when it's all in the mind.

Start on a journey that will change your whole life,

look inward, with eyes closed ~ to master foresight.

Change lessons to harmony, and deception to truth,

you can attain all you search for ~ that's the Fountain of Youth!

The World as we View...

The world as we view it is much like a dance,

you can take what is coming and live it by chance...

or seek answers to questions and live it by choice,

just follow your heart and answer it voice.

Chance brings that karmic phenomenon,

manifested reactions from what you have done.

Look for a place that’s hidden within,

search for the message, that’s where to begin.

Talk to yourself, have conversation inside,

it’s a matter of choice, create from the mind.

Picture yourself in a world all your own,

then bring it to life from the seed to the sown.

Search & discover the source of white light,

don’t settle for anything, reach for the heights.

Your goals are the answer to what you achieve,

and it’s almost like magic when you start to believe.

Truth & intuition ...bring gifts to rejoice,

go it by chance or live it by choice!

uch like a danceis much like a dance,Talk to yourself, have conversation inside,

it’s a mat

then bring it to life from the seed to the sown.

you can take what is coming and live it by chance...
Or seek answers to questions and live it the
just follow your heart and answer its voiceis much like a dance,

you can take what is coming and live it by chance...
Or seek answers to questions and live it by choice,
just follow your heart and answer its voic

Naked-illusion

An illusion is a distortion of the senses, revealing how the brain normally organizes and interprets sensory stimulation. While illusions distort reality, they are generally shared by most people.[1] Illusions may occur with more of the human senses than vision, but visual illusions, optical illusions, are the most well known and understood. The emphasis on visual illusions occurs because vision often dominates the other senses. For example, individuals watching a ventriloquist will perceive the voice is coming from the dummy since they are able to see the dummy mouth the words.[2] Some illusions are based on general assumptions the brain makes during perception. These assumptions are made using organizational principles, like Gestalt, an individual's ability of depth perception and motion perception, and perceptual constancy. Other illusions occur because of biological sensory structures within the human body or conditions outside of the body within one’s physical environment.

The term illusion refers to a specific form of sensory distortion. Unlike a hallucination, which is a distortion in the absence of a stimulus, an illusion describes a misinterpretation of a true sensation. For example, hearing voices regardless of the environment would be a hallucination, whereas hearing voices in the sound of running water (or other auditory source) would be an illusion.

Mimes are known for a repertoire of illusions that are created by physical means. The mime artist creates an illusion of acting upon or being acted upon by an unseen object. These illusions exploit the audience's assumptions about the physical world. Well known examples include "walls", "climbing stairs", "leaning", "descending ladders", "pulling and pushing" etc.