17 Mind-Bending Optical Illusions That Will Blow Your Mind (16 Photos)

Everyone needs a break to give their brain a quick reset once in a while. So, we’ve put together a collection of awesome optical illusions. Brace yourselves...







This GIF speeds up when you look away.





Stare at the cross.



What do you see in this picture? Most adults see a pair of lovers, while children see 9 dolphins.



Can you spot the human face in this photo?



The carpet pattern creates the illusion that the floor is suddenly caving in.



Look at this spinning dancer. Is she rotating clockwise or counterclockwise? Does she change direction?



Stare at this GIF for 30 seconds, then look at Van Gogh’s "The Starry Night" below—it will come to life.





These two shapes are actually the exact same color. Don't believe it? Just cover the horizontal line between them with your finger.



Blink rapidly or wave your hand in front of the screen.



Believe it or not, the blue and green spirals are actually the exact same color.



Both orange circles are the exact same size.



This sculpture in New Zealand was designed to look like a cartoon sketch.



Stare at the yellow dots, and they will disappear.



These monsters are actually the exact same size.