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Thursday, October 31, 2013

More Optical Illusion Portraits!

Here are more examples of kid created optical illusion portraits including a few from Halloween with their costumed creators!
Look for werewolf, cheshire cat, and other creepy characters.






 

For step-by-step instructions for getting started with making the eye illusion, read on to the blog post below.

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Optical Illusion Portraits

Ever wondered how those portraits in scary movies seem to follow you with their eyes?  Here are simple instructions to create your own portrait with eyes that follow wherever you go...
Have an adult help you cut two oval holes in a paper plate.  

 Cut off the handle of a white plastic spoon and draw an eye with permanent marker in the spoon.

 Tape the spoons to the back of the plate so the eyes show through the holes.
 Turn over to see the eyes peering through your plate.
 Decorate your plate with a unique character drawing.
Notice how the eyes seem to follow you as you look at your portrait from different sides.

Have fun - we'd love to see your faces!  Email pictures to kathryn@artatthecenter.org