People In This Group Are Sharing 50 Seriously Confusing Pics That Need To Be Looked At Twice To Understand (New Pics)
Perspective can be everything when it comes to taking pictures. Sometimes, when you snap them at the right place and time, the outcome can be so mind-boggling that one glance is not enough. Whether it's a hand going through a cat's body or light fixtures that resemble pigeons, such images call for a double-take in order to stop your head from spinning.
Enter the subreddit Confusing Perspectives, a place “for puzzling perspectives, confusing angles, and missing context.” This community with more than 1.4M members shares baffling content that will make you think your mind is playing tricks on you.
We have collected some of the most bizarre photos we could find on this subreddit, so check them out below! And after you’re done, make sure to check out Part 1 of this post right here.
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All Hail Mighty Cat, Ruler Of The Heavens And The Earth
Bored Panda reached out to Hugo Suissas, a self-taught photographer and art director from Lisbon, Portugal. He continues to inspire the world by taking pictures of the most mundane things that turn into surreal and mind-bending images with the help of forced perspective photography. Hugo was kind enough to provide us with some insights on the significance of perspective when capturing photos.
According to him, perspective makes the world of photography advance with new ideas. It "brings a whole new world of possibilities and diversity. But most of all, it offers people the opportunity to see something never seen before in that way," he explained. And often at the end of the day, when people are tired from their jobs and never-ending routines, they wish to see innovative and original content that will surprise them.
Little Pup
This isn't the only reason why many people are attracted to such puzzling and confusing pictures. "Anything seen from a completely new angle attracts a lot of attention because it makes you see things for the first time. And this is exciting for everyone," the photographer explained.
"It takes a lot of work and requires a lot of focus, but it's with new angles that we manage to come up with innovative photos and kill the clichés. We often worry about the brand of the camera and waste time changing lenses, etc. But in reality, what matters and has to work is our mind and the time we invest."
One piece of advice Hugo Suissas would like to share with you from his 10 years of experience in photography is, "There are no excuses. There are no lucky ones," he said. Nothing is impossible. "In reality, what exists is work, focus, persistence, criteria, organization, discipline, and love for what you do. If these factors live in harmony, big things will happen to you."
Oh Hell Nah
"Note to self: do not look at the floor trying to look cute when you have silver eye shadow on..."
I Thought 8 Pigeons Were Staring At Me Menacingly
Krystal Kenney is an American photographer living in Paris and the author of La Vie Creative, a podcast where she explores artistic living and dives deep into the lifestyles of those who pursue creative career paths. She had a few thoughts about the importance of perspective in pictures.
It's all about what you show your viewers through your images: "Perspective is important to open other people's eyes to new ideas. By changing our perspectives, we open our creative minds to new possibilities and help others to do the same," Krystal explained.
Thank You For Flying With Air Egypt
When I Opened The Trunk, I Freaked Out Thinking Someone Stole The Cover And The Spare Tire. Then I've Remembered That I Bought A Mirror
According to her, puzzling photos like the ones you can see in this list attract a lot of attention because it makes the viewers feel curious. "Their eyes continue to roam across the photo while their brain tries to decipher what they are looking at and which way is upright. It challenges the mind," she said. "Changing your perspective in photographs is one of the greatest keys to creating better compositions and more interesting photos. Start small by getting higher or lower than get more creative from there."
New Breed Guys!
Came Around A Curve On A Mountain Road And Almost Sh*t My Pants Until I Realized It Was A Rig Being Towed. Then I Took This Picture Lol
With something this big they should put a "tow" sign on it to avoid accidental pants friends.
I bet a lot of people would panic at that. At the very least, a red or orange flag tied to the end would be helpful.
And WHERE is their federally mandated light bar? I really dislike lazy tow truck drivers.
Same in the UK. Has to have a board with tail and brake lights on it, hooked up to the tow vehicle.
Load More Replies...Nothing would happen, because automated car use radar and know the truck is moving away. It's the human brain that freak out.
Load More Replies...They really need to put a sign on it so people don't panic and crash
The law requires a red flag or something....this guy is illegal....
That would have towing lights across it in Australia.... IF that is allowed here
That's happened to me a few times at night. It's terrifying. I think they should put some big sign like "Being towed", I can totally see someone slamming on the brakes for absolutely no reason and creating a pile up.
You know, maybe a bright orange sign that reads "being towed." I would have freaked out too.
Wingbear
In the most common sense, perspective means the way you see things around you, but when it comes to photography, it’s actually a quite confusing topic. It’s considered to be a two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional world, so photographers need to show and create depth through the objects that can be seen in the frame. According to Expert Photography, "Just like we use motion blur to give an impression of movement, we use perspective to give an impression of depth."
Nice Shot
Took A Picture Of A Pizza And Notice My Cat Looked 2D
Just My Dad And His Dog
There are quite a few things you can do to change the perspective of an image. By moving around your camera left and right, up and down, you can gain a better viewpoint than your usual eye level. The same applies to the photographer, even the smallest change in distance can alter the photo.
Found On Tinder. Muppet Woman?
Catnibalism
This Looks Like Someone Inserted A Mountain And Forgot To Finish The Photoshop
"Changing your angle allows you to see and show the world from a different aspect," Expert Photography advised. "You will find that you can manipulate the size of subjects. Make them difficult to comprehend. Confuse our powerful yet impressionable minds." And according to them, this is a common way to puzzle the human brain.
Mountains Look Like Waves In The Middle Of The Ocean
Fun Fact: It's Not Her Neck
"Why tf I thought this was her neck"
My Sister's Hand Passing Through My Cat's Body
However, even if you know all of the rules about perspective in photography, sometimes the most hilarious and mind-boggling images happen by accident. Just like the ones you see in this post. While seeing such pictures might make you feel seriously surprised or confused, they will also intrigue you and create new ideas.
Noah Doing Handstand Naked
Which Way Is Which?
Ayy Chill Out Man!
The Headless Doggo
The African Hydra
You May Now Kiss The Father
Treehugger!
T-Rex Arms
No Worries, It's Not Her Teeth
3-Handed Lady
Giant Bookshelf
Too Big To Smoosh
One Picture That Looks Like Two
You've Heard Of Catdog, Here's Horsehorse
Why?
Skate This Way
That’s One Long Arm
Swimming? Floating Torso? My Jeans Blend In Perfectly With The Sea
Nicki Minaj’s Forehead
Floating Head With Antenna
I Mistook Its Nostrils For Eyes And Its Teeth For A Nose!
Cloud Kinda Looks Like Ocean
Nothing To See Here, Just A Man And His Soft Serve
omg i read the caption after i looked at the pic... it took my way 2 long to realize
Two Headed Muscular Cat
Picasso Cubism In Photography
Shoulder Pads
Have Fun Finding The Car In This Picture
Do you know how long I spent looking for a cat before I thought to re-check the title 🤦
Sometimes After A Hike Our Feet Get Confused
A Rail Support On A Tram
School Basement Hallway
She Has No Problems Reaching The Top Shelf
she can scratch her knees without bending over (+1 if you've tried: D) Edit : not sitting either, you little wise guy :)
I Thought It Was A Toy
Decock
A Hole On A Door At My Work Looks Like Something Out Of A Movie (Not Edited At All)
The girl in the red jacket and her short rotund glowy-eyed companion are hiding from that big dolphin...I want to know what happens next
It's Not Mounted To A Wall
September Is The National Festive Month For Mexico So Felices Fiestas Patrias
This Took A While...
Is My Cat Upside Down Or Down Side Up?
They Are Not Holding A Wine Glass
Shy Chair Leg
Which Side Is The Real Side?
Looks Like A Tiny Man Next To Four People
A Powerful Vodkamancer Performing Mystical Rituals
Perfect Wedding Photo
Flat Buildings Seem To Be Popular Here
This Arrow Is Not Misaligned
Hi Elmo?
Land Divers...
Looks Morphed
Just Floating
Is She Being Held Up By Her Foot Or Hair?
The Stair Slide: Fastest Way To Get Downstairs!
Three Hands
Am I The Only One Ho Sees A Dog?
There Is No Hole
From A Belgian TV Show
Great Legs…
This Photo I Took Of A Woman With A Very Long Arm
These Snow Capped Mountains Are Actually Buildings
Floating Chairs
Sometimes My Cat Turns Into A One Giant Ball Of Fur. Good Luck Seeing What's What Here
Wait What?
My Cat Looks Like She's 6 Feet Tall
Gigantic Raised House
An Average Picture Of Anteater Carrying Its Baby
Smol Head
Hand Looks Like It’s Coming Out Of Her Chest
Weird Llama
It’s a moose, I think? Stretching it’s head/neck up or it’s reaching for a snack.
This Reflective Light Switch On A Mirror
Stacked Atlas Moths
Dance
The Pool Looks Like It Is Missing A Wall, And The Path Lines Up Nicely
The Water Looks Deep And Crystal Clear But Actually It’s Just Too Dirty To See Into At All
Where's Her Lower Half? (From H&m)
What A Lovely... River?
I Told Them I Take A Picture Of Ufos
More evidence of aliens visiting our planet for History Channel. Perhaps there's even a sasquatch hiding in the trees.
A Little Disk In The Ground Covered In Dirt
Man With A Vest
Japanese Princess Mako And Husband Kei Komuro
Though He Usually Keeps It Hidden, Paul Hollywood Actually Has A Tiny, Backwards Hand
Fridge For Sale
I do not want to see my own fatass reflection right before I open the fridge door to grab a snack!
Levitating Hand
The World's Longest Horse
Levitating Brownie
Making An Exercise Video; Talent Is So Well Lit In The Gym That In The Reflection Behind Us It Looks Like She’s Stretching In The Parking Lot
Planking Picture I Took Back When Planking Was A Fad
My Dog Looks Like An A.i. Generated Mess
This Building Near Me
Someone explain the hand through the cat to me; I still can't figure it out 😳😳
Someone explain the hand through the cat to me; I still can't figure it out 😳😳