Optical Illusion Art

Optical Illusion Art

What is Optical Illusion Art?

a form of abstract art that gives the illusion of movement by the precise use of pattern and color, or in which conflicting patterns emerge and overlap.

Bridget Riley and Victor Vasarely are its most famous exponents.

Optical Illusion Art

Its is also known as: OP Art

Bridget Riley

Op Art artist

This artwork is called "Movement in Squares" by Bridget Riley.

Bridget Riley: "Pause" 1964

Bridget Riley: "Untitled" 1971

Victor Vasarely

Op Art artist

Victor Vasarely, "Vertigo", 1982

Victor Vasarely, "Vega-Nor" 1969

Victor Vasarely, Bora III, 1964

What is Optical Illusion Art again?

a form of abstract art that gives the illusion of movement by the precise use of pattern and color, or in which conflicting patterns emerge and overlap.

Bridget Riley and Victor Vasarely are its most famous exponents.

Multiple Choice

Is Op Art a form of abstract art?

• YES

• NO

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Which two artworks are an example of Op Art?

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