Explore trompe l’oeil

Trompe l’oeil is a technique that creates the illusion of three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional plane. The French phrase translates to “the deceive the eye” and is often employed in murals in which painted objects or spaces appear real. This may range from portrayals of a decorative niche on a smooth wall to elaborate sidewalk chalk drawings. When completed successfully, there is the effect of an optical illusion, making viewers question the boundary between the artwork and reality.