50 Incredible Optical Illusion Photographs

Have you ever looked at something twice because you thought you saw one thing and then realized it was something else? If you have, then your eyes and brain must have played tricks on you because you looked at an optical illusion!

Optical illusions are images that deceive our brains into seeing something that is not really there. A combination of patterns and colors creating a misleading image is what makes an optical illusion unique. We have collected 50 amazing optical illusions that will surely blow your mind away. Are your eyes ready?

1. Humongous golf ball

If golf balls were this big, I don’t know if you could ever convince me to play golf. Most people would have a tough time hitting a ball this size.

2. Gigantic pigeon

I enjoy feeding birds, but a bird this big? I feel like he would enjoy feeding on me!

3. Sunset soccer

Is it a shiny soccer ball? Hey, wait! It’s actually the Sun!

4. Coconut babe

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to swim in pure coconut water? What a healthy way to beat the heat, right?

5. Tiny helicopter

A helicopter the size of an ant? I bet it’s going to be used for transporting tiny bits of food to the colony!

6. Creative shot from the 1940’s

Photography styles from the 1940’s are making a comeback today.But we still haven’t mastered the art of carrying people in the palm of our hands.

7. Biggest beer of all time

Who wants an endless, giant can of beer? This guy must have been the life of the party! Either that or he passed out early.

8. Catching a flight

This gives a whole new meaning to the term catching a flight. The shot itself must have taken some serious skill and patience to pull off. How many planes did he attempt to catch before he finally landed this shot?

9. I’m gassed just looking at him.

If you’ve ever blown a ballon by mouth you know it’s no easy feat. You’ll huff and puff and by the end of it you’re left with one balloon, a headache and a whole pack of more ballons to inflate.

10. Is he supposed to drink that much Mountain Dew?

I’m quite torn. Was he about to drink the soda or was he about to take a Mountain Dew shower?

11. Biking upside-down

He does not look like he’s getting anywhere. Maybe it’s a new kind of workout? I guess it all depends on how you look at it (no pun intended).

12. He huffed and puffed and blew all his friends down.

Why would you do that to your friends, man?

13. Girl in a bubble

I thought being “bubbly” meant being fun to be with. Guess he wants to make sure she’s protected at all times.

14. There’s a “sexy” man in the bar!

The girls in the club were probably jealous of his sexy booty! I know I’d have a hard time looking away.

15. Kissed by a camel

That’s one big camel! Are you sure he’s not gonna eat you, dear?

16. Who fired the cannon?

I thought that cannon was only on display. Why is it smoking? Oh, right. Those are clouds.

17. What’s up with this cup design, anyway?

The cat looked like a crooked nose drinker who just couldn’t get enough of her drink. I couldn’t resist laughing.

18. A sleeping “dog-nasaurus”

What an adorable puppy…with dinosaur legs? He’s still cute, though.

19. A dog with hands or a man with too much hair?

At a quick glance, I really thought I was seeing a dog with hands and feet then I realized the pup was only chilling on his owner’s lap. He could also be some sort of half dog, half human mutant.

20. It’s amazing how the tripod stayed in its position.

This photo forces you to think that the image is in an upright position when it’s actually taken sideways! It’s all because of that utterly believable tripod.

21. A Ferris wheel attached to a bike?

This amusement ride is definitely not suited for a bicycle! I think the biker meant to go to the Ferris wheel, but sadly one of his bike wheels was stolen.

22. He’s a force to be reckoned with.

I wouldn’t want to get on this guys bad side. He could hit you with extreme force from afar.

23. That’s one big woman!

What tall building? I only see a really, really tall lady!

24. How did Dad get so tiny?

If Dad is this tiny, is the little girl still his baby?

25. Poking a hot air balloon

A perfect distance from the hot air balloon gave this photographer a chance to create a funny optical illusion.

26. Mom juggler

You know how they say Moms know how juggle a lot of things at the same time? Apparently they also meant kids, quite literally.

27. Mom, I caught a tiny man in the hallway!

The way the man is standing really makes the image all that more believable!

28. Who knew a guy could fit in a Pringles tube?

With the right distance from the man in front, the photographer got to snap a really creative photo. Can you guess how far apart the two men are?

29. A portal to another dimension?

With the use of a mirror she looks like she’s about to go through to another dimension.

30. The sky covers half of her face

Mirrors can be quite tricky. Using a weird shaped mirror this woman makes it appear as if half her face is hidden behind the blue sky.

31. Have you ever tried playing “basket-moon”?

The full moon in this picture is beautiful. And it just so happens to look like a ball about to go through the hoop which makes it even more eye catching.

32. This must be a “moon flower”

Even the petals of the plant look like they’re caressing the moon. I’d love to get one!

33. A mousy cat

It’s funny how a simple drawing of a mouse’s teeth can make this cat look mousy.

34. That’s one high spit-fountain.

This one’s a bit disgusting and if it were true, I don’t think I’d want to be near that fountain at all.

35. Painting a cloudy sky

Using a ladder this man gets right to work painting clouds in the sky. From down below it does appear to look real.

36. What an awesome sand piano!

Now, this is genius! Even the foot pedals were well thought out!

37. You’re rocking that hairstyle, dude!

When you see someone totally rocking that Mohawk hairstyle and then realize it’s not what it seems. Who knew a castle would be such a nice addition on a guys head.

38. Power kick!

Who wants the traditional jump shot? This is one creative shot that you and your friends can easily recreate. It might take a couple of shots to get it right.

39. Rainbow shooting out of her mouth

I’m actually wondering if the rainbow was shooting out of her mouth or if it was going in? Nonetheless, it’s one amazing shot!

40. Hair parted down the middle shows the road ahead

This actually looks a bit creepy but regardless creates quite the unique optical illusion.

41. You look sketchy.

The sketch looked pretty normal but I guess what made us do a double take was tiny Tinker Bell waving her wand next to the man’s ear!

42. Handheld elephant

If elephants were this tiny I’d get one in a heartbeat! Then again, they’re cute big too.

43. Cloud spray

They spent the better part of their day spray painting clouds. The end result? Majestic.

44. Balancing act on a baseball bat

All things are possible if you capture it from the right angle. Take for instance this boy that makes balancing on a baseball bat look easy!

45. Stepping on the Stonehenge

Who would want to step on one of the wonders of the world? Let’s just say we’re thankful this isn’t real.

46. Real life Clifford!

No he’s not red but he is cute and fluffy. Barks terribly loud though.

47. Carrying the setting sun

Even the sun needs a little help every once in a while. This person grasped the sun at the perfect time to make it appear as though they’re helping it set for the day.

48. Eerie ripple effect

Is this a genius shot or what? I bet the photographer threw a rock in the middle of the pond, pointed his finger at the right spot and started clicking away.