The 26 Photos That Will Make You Look Twice by Viral Strange features everyday images with hidden surprises. At first glance, they seem normal—but a second look reveals clever illusions.
Some photos use shadow tricks, where lighting creates shapes like faces or animals. These illusions show how shadows can completely change what we think we’re seeing.
Others use forced perspective, a camera trick that changes how we see size and distance. This creates fun, surreal effects that play with our sense of space.
Lastly, color and contrast illusions make us see depth or motion that isn’t really there. Together, these photos remind us how easily our eyes—and brains—can be fooled.