Illusions
“We do not see things as they are,
we see them as we are.”
— ANAÏS NIN —
A Turn in the Road
I developed this illusion during my graduate studies with my advisor, Dr. James Pomerantz. It won 3rd prize in the Neural Correlate Society's 10th Annual Best Illusion of the Year Contest.
How does it work?
If you want to know more about the illusion, here's a short explanation narrated by yours truly. I also demonstrate the same illusion with different items.
Inspiration.
“A Turn in the Road” was inspired by one of many illusions created by master illusionist and professor Dr. Akiyoshi Kitaoka. The illusion is called “The Leaning Tower Illusion: 3D”.
Publication.
“A Turn in the Road” and other intriguing illusions are compiled in this mind-bending collection by the founders of the Best Illusion of the Year Contest. The best part – explanations are included!
Demonstration.
If you want fantastic, interactive demonstrations accompanied by technical explanations of over 100 different illusions, Dr. Micheal Bach has the site for you.