Why Do Paintings Seem to Move?

Examples

1. A painting of waves seems to move when you walk past it.
2. Stripes on a wall look like they're swirling if you blink quickly.
3. A black-and-white spiral appears to spin even though it's still.

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See also

• Why Do Paintings Come to Life?
• Why Do Paintings Sometimes Look Like They're Moving?
• How Do Artists Make Paintings Look Like Real Life?
• How Do Painters Make Colours Appear to Change When You Move?
• How Do Artists Create the Illusion of Depth on Flat Surfaces?

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