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We all know that optical illusions play mind tricks by often using very bright colors and mismatching shapes to confuse our brains which are not always capable of dealing with such a loud and unexpected picture. And there's absolutely nothing wrong to be deceived by such eye tricks once in a while, in fact, if you like looking at the optical illusion pictures, chances are that you have better visual problem-solving skills.

However, there are the classical illusion pictures, and then there are shadows. Have you ever thought what happens when a shadow gets tired of following around the same people and objects all the time and goes rogue? It turns out that shadows can produce some incredible optical illusions, and turn up in the most unexpected places and forms. And what's even more curious, that the shadow, depending on the Sun's position in our skies, might create the optical illusion just for minutes or sometimes seconds. In other words, to catch a shadow creating an illusion is quite a chance of luck.

We here at Bored Panda have compiled a list of all the times that shadows refused to do as they were told, and took on a life of their own. Scroll down below to check the mirages caught in the form of shadow pictures for yourself!

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    Playground Shadows

    Playground Shadows

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    Dian Ella Lillie
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The scientist in me says "the sun is at an altitude of approximately 45°." The æsthete in me says "purdy..." :-)

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    #5

    The Sun Melted The Snow Everywhere Except Where The Bikes' Shadows Were

    The Sun Melted The Snow Everywhere Except Where The Bikes' Shadows Were

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    #6

    Not Everybody Is What They Seem

    Not Everybody Is What They Seem

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    Zenozenobee
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Everybody wants to be a rat, because a rat's the only rat who knows where it's at."

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    #7

    Shadows Of Leaves From A Tree During A Solar Eclipse

    Shadows Of Leaves From A Tree During A Solar Eclipse

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    Dian Ella Lillie
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, the tree's behaviing like a camera obscura! I'd wet myself if I saw this in real life!!

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    #8

    This Spiders Reflection In A Pool

    This Spiders Reflection In A Pool

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    Zenozenobee
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love far better the reflexion than the real model.... And I changed my mind about go swiming finally.

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    #10

    Found The Eye Of Sauron While Wine Tasting

    Found The Eye Of Sauron While Wine Tasting

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    #11

    The Shadow Of My Plane Formed A Rainbow Around It

    The Shadow Of My Plane Formed A Rainbow Around It

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    #12

    The Reflection Of Kitchen Appliances Looks Like People In A Park

    The Reflection Of Kitchen Appliances Looks Like People In A Park

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    #13

    Shadow Gives Impression Of Infinite Staircase

    Shadow Gives Impression Of Infinite Staircase

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    #14

    This Cat Food Bag's Shadow Looks Like A Cat

    This Cat Food Bag's Shadow Looks Like A Cat

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    #15

    Even The Shadows In Scotland Are Plaid

    Even The Shadows In Scotland Are Plaid

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    #18

    Sitting On The Couch With A Headache And An Ice Pack On My Head When My Girlfriend Tells Me Not To Move

    Sitting On The Couch With A Headache And An Ice Pack On My Head When My Girlfriend Tells Me Not To Move

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    #19

    Proposed To My Girlfriend And Realized There Is A Heart In Our Shadows

    Proposed To My Girlfriend And Realized There Is A Heart In Our Shadows

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    #20

    The Shadow Of This Juice Glass Looks Like A Rose

    The Shadow Of This Juice Glass Looks Like A Rose

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    Night Owl
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, that's beautiful. Now I want to have a glass like that.

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    #21

    This Einstein Poster Casts A Sinister Shadow

    This Einstein Poster Casts A Sinister Shadow

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    Pepper
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel likes these are all some good ol peter pan s**t and i love it

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    #22

    My Friend's Golf Team Photo Had Some Unfortunate Shadows

    My Friend's Golf Team Photo Had Some Unfortunate Shadows

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    Hans
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bladder problems society annual convention. This year meeting at a golf resort.

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    #23

    These Fishnet Stockings Made From The Table’s Shadow

    These Fishnet Stockings Made From The Table’s Shadow

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    Zenozenobee
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After Nike's bum bag sandals, fishnet stockings with flip flop is the next year trend

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    #24

    When Your Life Is A Mess But You Can Still Keep Up Appearances

    When Your Life Is A Mess But You Can Still Keep Up Appearances

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    #25

    I'm Sure This Shadow Became Self-Aware

    I'm Sure This Shadow Became Self-Aware

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    #26

    Untangled Wire, Looped Shadow

    Untangled Wire, Looped Shadow

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    Symbole Simple
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's fustrating enough to untangle a cord, how do you go and untagle a cord's shadow !!?

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    #27

    The Shadow On His Shirt Makes It Look Like The Guy In The Back Is Badly Photoshopped Into The Picture

    The Shadow On His Shirt Makes It Look Like The Guy In The Back Is Badly Photoshopped Into The Picture

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    #28

    Cool Sticker Shadow Effect I Saw This Morning

    Cool Sticker Shadow Effect I Saw This Morning

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    #29

    My Shoe Lace Shadow Looks Like A Man Climbing A Mountain

    My Shoe Lace Shadow Looks Like A Man Climbing A Mountain

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    #30

    The Shadow From This Glass Bowl Is Beautiful

    The Shadow From This Glass Bowl Is Beautiful

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    #31

    The Shadow Of Two Mailboxes Makes A Perfect Up Arrow

    The Shadow Of Two Mailboxes Makes A Perfect Up Arrow

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    Daria B
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    6 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's the hint to a hidden item. It shows you where you have to point and click.

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    #33

    This Shadow Of A Plant Looks Like A Decal On The Vehicle

    This Shadow Of A Plant Looks Like A Decal On The Vehicle

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    #36

    That Awkward Moment When The Shadow Of Thor's Hammer Makes It Look Like Stan Lee Peed His Pants

    That Awkward Moment When The Shadow Of Thor's Hammer Makes It Look Like Stan Lee Peed His Pants

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    #39

    The Shadow Cast By My Engagement Ring Looks Like Batman

    The Shadow Cast By My Engagement Ring Looks Like Batman

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    #42

    My Friend Took A Picture Of Me. My Shadow Has Horses Legs

    My Friend Took A Picture Of Me. My Shadow Has Horses Legs

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    #44

    I Just Noticed The Halloween Mask I Got For 1dol Leaves A Creepy Shadow

    I Just Noticed The Halloween Mask I Got For 1dol Leaves A Creepy Shadow

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    #45

    My Bathroom Has Six Bulbs Above The Mirror, This Is My Shadow On The Opposite Wall

    My Bathroom Has Six Bulbs Above The Mirror, This Is My Shadow On The Opposite Wall

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    #46

    The Shadows Of My Blinds And My Outdoor Table Created The American Flag

    The Shadows Of My Blinds And My Outdoor Table Created The American Flag

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    #49

    The Angle Of The Sun Removes The Italics On The Shadow

    The Angle Of The Sun Removes The Italics On The Shadow

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    #50

    My Friend Noticed The Shadow Of My Hair Formed A Near Perfect 55

    My Friend Noticed The Shadow Of My Hair Formed A Near Perfect 55

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    #51

    Just A Picture Of Me And Benjamin Franklin Hanging Out

    Just A Picture Of Me And Benjamin Franklin Hanging Out

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    #52

    The Shadow Created From A Bathroom Stall, Someone Saw An Opportunity

    The Shadow Created From A Bathroom Stall, Someone Saw An Opportunity

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    #53

    Friend Of Mine Caught Everest's Shadow On The Way Down From His 3rd Summit

    Friend Of Mine Caught Everest's Shadow On The Way Down From His 3rd Summit

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    #54

    Windows On The Entrance Of My Apartment Creating A Smiley Face In Sunlight

    Windows On The Entrance Of My Apartment Creating A Smiley Face In Sunlight

    crazymuffin Report

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    Night Owl
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    6 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's instructions - when you see a smiling face when going out you know it's going to be a nice day, and when not - better stay in if you can

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    #55

    His Shadow Looks Like Beavis

    His Shadow Looks Like Beavis

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    #56

    The Way This Tombstone Designed Makes A Shadow Of A Man Appear

    The Way This Tombstone Designed Makes A Shadow Of A Man Appear

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    #57

    Phone Cord Shadow Looks Like DNA

    Phone Cord Shadow Looks Like DNA

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    SnowyLynx
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perhaps its genetically rebuilding itself into a new model for people to love (and then realize that its just a phone cord).

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    #58

    The Shadow Of This Closed Flower Looks Like An Open Flower

    The Shadow Of This Closed Flower Looks Like An Open Flower

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    #59

    My Glasses Are Only Corrective In The Right Lens, This Was The Shadow Produced

    My Glasses Are Only Corrective In The Right Lens, This Was The Shadow Produced

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    #60

    He Comes Out Of Hibernation Twice A Year, When The Sun Sets In The Southern Blue Ridge

    He Comes Out Of Hibernation Twice A Year, When The Sun Sets In The Southern Blue Ridge

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    #61

    The Pattern Formed By These Tables And Their Shadows

    The Pattern Formed By These Tables And Their Shadows

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    #62

    The Lighting On This Toilet Makes Me Feel Like I'm Peeing On The Smiling Wide Open Mouth Of My Own Shadow

    The Lighting On This Toilet Makes Me Feel Like I'm Peeing On The Smiling Wide Open Mouth Of My Own Shadow

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    #63

    The Way This Tree Lines Up With Another Tree's Shadow

    The Way This Tree Lines Up With Another Tree's Shadow

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    #64

    Marching Elephants

    Marching Elephants

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    Patricia Ross
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got it now. This was shot from a drone. No one climbed a giraffe.

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    #67

    Sign Outside Domino's Creates A Slice Shaped Shadow

    Sign Outside Domino's Creates A Slice Shaped Shadow

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    #68

    My Hotel Room Number Is Created By A Shadow

    My Hotel Room Number Is Created By A Shadow

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    Zenozenobee
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not a surprise but the purpose of these numbers... yet I find it very class

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    #69

    My Boyfriend And His Dog’s Shadows Lined Up And Formed A Centaur In This Picture

    My Boyfriend And His Dog’s Shadows Lined Up And Formed A Centaur In This Picture

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    #70

    Unmelted Snow In The Shadows

    Unmelted Snow In The Shadows

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    Ryo Bakura
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The grass has veins, ergo the Earth is alive. Please stop harming the Earth.

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    #71

    The Way The Sunlight Hits The Frieze Below This Roof

    The Way The Sunlight Hits The Frieze Below This Roof

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    #72

    Having RGB Lights Makes My Room White And Makes The Edges Of Shadows Colourful

    Having RGB Lights Makes My Room White And Makes The Edges Of Shadows Colourful

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    #73

    The Shadow Of The Waiter Putting Down A Plate Looks Like He’s Going To Murder Me

    The Shadow Of The Waiter Putting Down A Plate Looks Like He’s Going To Murder Me

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    #75

    Our Fire Escape Casts A Pretty Shadow

    Our Fire Escape Casts A Pretty Shadow

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    #78

    This Shadow Cast Looks Like A Man Going For A Dive

    This Shadow Cast Looks Like A Man Going For A Dive

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    #79

    This Shadow Fits Perfectly Into The Path

    This Shadow Fits Perfectly Into The Path

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    #80

    Shadows Of Chicago Over Frozen Lake Michigan, USA

    Shadows Of Chicago Over Frozen Lake Michigan, USA

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    #81

    The Swing Arm Position Of My Lamp Is Casting A Grayscale Shadow

    The Swing Arm Position Of My Lamp Is Casting A Grayscale Shadow

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