Visual Illusions

A curated set of classic visual illusions. Showing 5 item(s).

Rotating Snakes

The Rotating Snakes illusion — a clear, layered explainer

Medium
2–3 minutes
motion peripheral-drift-illusion
⚠️ Some viewers may experience visual discomfort. Take breaks.
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Motion Aftereffect (Waterfall)

Motion Aftereffect (Waterfall) — interactive guide

Medium
motion adaptation
⚠️ Extended high-contrast motion may cause visual fatigue—take breaks.
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Hermann Grid

The Hermann grid illusion — a clear, layered explainer

Easy
2–3 minutes
geometric lightness
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Checker–Shadow

The Checker–Shadow (Adelson) illusion — a clear, layered explainer

Medium
2–3 minutes
lightness context
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