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OP Art. Creating an Illusion. What is OP-Art???. Op art , also known as optical art, is used to describe some paintings and other works of art which use optical illusions. Who & When. Victor Vasarely (1906-1997)- He is the acknowledged leader of the Op Art movement.
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OP Art Creating an Illusion
What is OP-Art??? • Op art, also known as optical art, is used to describe some paintings and other works of art which use optical illusions.
Who & When • Victor Vasarely (1906-1997)- He is the acknowledged leader of the Op Art movement. • In the 1930-40’s, Vasarely discovered his place in abstract art.
When the viewer looks at them, the impression is given of movement, hidden images, flashing and vibration, patterns, or alternatively, of swelling or warping.
Color Illusions • Color can play tricks on the eye
Stare at the black plus sign in the center. What happens???
The two shades of green are actually one shade of green, but because of the placement they appear to be two different colors.
Examples of what YOU can do Examples of Bridget Riley
Four of the most famous Optical Artists are :BRIGET RILEYVASARELYJOSEPH ALBERSHEINZ MACK