The Science and Art of Illusion

Date January 16, 2009

Professor Akiyoshi Kitaoka from the Department of Psychology at Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, Japan, creates images that will make your head spin.
Through the study science of vision and perception, Kitaoka generates illusionary art.
The website hosts a wealth of vertigo-inducing images and a catalogue that cites various illusion phenomenon.
Note: It is prudent to wait 60 minutes [...]

Facemods – Candlesticks that are Created from Your Face!

Date November 23, 2007

Gamila Releases Facemods- “Illusionary yet Real” Candlesticks that are Created from Your Face.Raleigh, NC November 23, 2007 Using state of the art computer software and the very latest in digital manufacturing technology, Gamila announces the ultimate in custom products: Facemods.Inspired by the work of Danish psychologist Edgar Rubin, Gamila has taken a famous optical [...]