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37 Surreal Photo Manipulations By Zulkarnain Ismail That Challenge Logic
We often get so caught up in our routine that we hardly find time to dream or unleash our creativity. Photoshop is a mighty tool that brings imagination to life by creating otherworldly images that challenge our logic and invigorate creativity. In the digital age, it's easy to travel into the imaginative worlds of talented artists who keep blurring the line between reality and fiction, and at the same time, encourage us to think outside the box.
Malaysian digital artist Zulkarnain Ismail is one of those artists whose artwork captivates. He draws inspiration from photography and nature is one of the main subjects of his art. Thanks to his amazing skill set, he manages to seamlessly combine different images into surreal compositions.
Explore the world through the eyes of Zulkarnain Ismail by scrolling through his incredible photo manipulations.
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Julie Lynn 6 years ago
An incredibly creative mind you have! I would never have thought of this. Outstanding, just like the rest!! :) :)
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Yvonne Bernal 6 years ago
It's turtle-ly beautiful. I wish I had a large canvas print of this one
Sophie Warner 6 years ago
This brings Terry Pratchett's Discworld to mind for me. Beautifully peaceful!
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Florence Hastings 6 years ago
A z-slinky! (I almost said slinky-bra, but that just sounded wrong! 😂)
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Daria B 6 years ago
This is how it must have looked for Luffy and friends when they reached the sky island. ♥
tove tove 6 years ago
that's what I was thinking. One piece fan here too.
Load More Replies... Sophie Warner 6 years ago
I would love to be able to do this. To sail away, above the chaos of the world below. With no worries to speak of. Just going where the whim of the wind takes me....
Victoria Jolley 6 years ago
not gonna lie makes me wanna print these out onto canvas's and hang them on my wall
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Mama Panda 6 years ago
Glo-Kat... just insert light bulb and batteries* and turn it on for that soft glow only your cat can give you. (*batteries not included) Only $19.95!! Order now!
Edwin Lesperance 6 years ago
Awesomely beautiful. But I like black cats. blackback-...e414ea.jpg 
Julie Lynn 6 years ago
I think this cat may say "Burrr" instead of "Purrr!" Big winks and smiles. Beautiful! :) :)
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Arnie Mauer 6 years ago
The spots are gonna hit the fan for whoever is behind s/he
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Peerless Magda 6 years ago
This is great inspiration! I think I'll try something like this for the next birthday. Thank you! Mirror glaze water with marzipan mountains and colored cake crumbs.
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tuzdayschild 6 years ago
Just wondering if you know where the nearest Starbucks is located, glub glub?
Sophie Warner 6 years ago
The colours of this really bring the fish to life & the movement juxtaposed with the stationary trees, is inspired! Fabulous!
Mama Panda 6 years ago
It's beautiful but I would just pee a little if I saw this walking through the woods.
Inga Viviane 6 years ago
really nice photography, but those betta fish eyes give me the creeps.Why, just why?
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Margareth Su 6 years ago
It'd be amazing to see the process of gaining that exploding water balloon pic or if that's a completely edited part!
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Sophie Warner 6 years ago
A hayfever sufferer's hell, but wonderfully detailed, right down to the pollen dust & droplets of moisture.
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Val 6 years ago
I was looking for the photo manipulations "this looks like a genuine photo", until I realized there are four suns...
Thomas E S Thomas 6 years ago
The Golgotha Quadinary Star System has four suns and thirty nine life-class planets and moons.
Monika Soffronow 6 years ago
OK, so this had me read up on quadruple or quaternary star systems on Wikipedia, didn't even know there were any til now.
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Ashley Say Wha?!? 6 years ago
Suckers, I didn't even have to pay for my seat. Two words: service animal. I'll be waiting for y'all in Canada!
Julie Lynn 6 years ago
I am believing it was better for this specific goose than for the gander! A funny thought and picture! :):)
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Susann Campbell 6 years ago
Don't look him in the eyes and move very slow and no one will get hurt.
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My O My 6 years ago
Just like a guy whos feet are too big for his bed *singing for ever
Load More Replies... Sophie Warner 6 years ago
Can I pour you a cup of darkness? I think you'll find it has a playful bite, not found in most coffees!
Mary Popps 6 years ago
It reminds me of this embroidery I made last year 20292661_1...dea9fc.jpg 
JustABobcat 6 years ago
Reminds me of something I read on a packet of cocoa once: "Like drinkable kittens: little packets of cozy"
Cheryle Fuller 6 years ago
hahahah! When he is finished with his pour, will a full cat emerge?
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Joanna Guthrie 6 years ago (edited)
This reminds me of the scene in The Neverending Story where Atreyu and Falcor are searching for the Ivory Tower after Fantasia was destroyed by the Nothing... "If the Ivory Tower still stands, take us there!" 💜
boredmonkey 6 years ago
This one would look better if that guys dirty feet weren't in it... but it also makes it interesting
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Daria B 6 years ago
I'm in the mood for dancing.. romancin'... Ooh, I'm givin' it all tonight ♬♪
Load More Replies... Monika Soffronow 6 years ago
"In Flanders Fields" : In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.
Wyndmere 6 years ago
He left the yellow brick road,... and he'll sleep forever, dreaming of the huge rack of antlers he wanted so much to grow into wearing.
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Cheryle Fuller 6 years ago
for some reason, I thought of Russia when I saw this. Dr. Zhivago perhaps?
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Phil Boswell 6 years ago
Dave? That lady you sold the chilli-flavoured ice-cream to? She'd like a word…
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Julie Lynn 6 years ago
My drawers sometimes feel this deep when I'm searching for a pair of matching socks!
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Janine Randall 6 years ago
Better find some Tums. That is going to be one big case of heartburn.
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Jane Alexander 6 years ago
That sign says 'cheetah road' in English. -hope that's not what they're waiting for...
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Susann Campbell 6 years ago
Have you ever woke up in the morning and wonder where you are ? I think this guy is in a bit of a pickle here.
Julie Lynn 6 years ago
What a concept But plausible, perhaps ... One never knows how it was before the snow....
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Smug_Fox 6 years ago
dont u mean beckons? i mean thats how u spell it from where im from
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Edward Fadigan 6 years ago
This one reminds me of the Bradbury short story, "The Veldt". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Veldt_(short_story)
Monika Soffronow 6 years ago
Here it is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIKOQK18kvo
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Full Name 6 years ago
Joy? He's terrified because one look at that backpack and giraffe is going to get revenge.
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Kenny Kulbiski 6 years ago
This reminds me of an old Ray Bradbury story. If I remember correctly it didn't turn out well for the parents.
Ashley Say Wha?!? 6 years ago
And the young giraffe is wearing a back pack of a little boys face. It was on sale at his local Off-Target... (idk lol)
Susann Campbell 6 years ago
Don't move just wait for mommy or daddy to find you. You can sit down and watch the "movie" until they arrive.
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Tyler Cook 6 years ago
So global warming saves giant babies from their icy prisons? I'm buying a monster truck! :D
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Sarah Brinsfield 6 years ago
The juxtaposition of lines and striping forming the intricate grid work makes for an excellent composition. So far, this is my favorite image, and you are very good.
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Mama Panda 6 years ago
This is exactly how I feel when I ride one of these. I am terrified of heights!!
Julie Lynn 6 years ago
You never know.... :) :) Dear Hidreley, WELL DONE on the whole presentation. Thank you. I enjoyed all of them. :):)
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Person2638 6 years ago
Don't crash into it or else...karmadillo :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)
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My O My 6 years ago
Thanks for telling me! All I could see where Ufos ready to land 😂
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Heidi Matsumoto 6 years ago
Imagine yourself walking in this street while you're drunk and you see this....LOL
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Julie Lynn 6 years ago
The first thing that crossed my mind when I saw this was: And the people don't even notice. Amazing... isn't it?
Ashley Say Wha?!? 6 years ago
"Morning Bill!" "Oh, morning Jerry! I see you're earlier than usual. Swimming against the tide today huh?" *Blank death stare at Bill*...
ThatJeremyKid 6 years ago
I wish giant cuttle fish were just floating around... I love them so.
Just another bot 6 years ago
These remind me of Coldplay's Up and Up video, they're dreamy, awesome!
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Andrea Delden 6 years ago
I loved everyone of your creations Zulkarnain Ismail! Thank you so much for sharing them!
Ashley Say Wha?!? 6 years ago
And now the hunted becomes the hunter! "Hey Gary, bring your bow. It's people hunting season!"
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irenetheavocado 6 years ago
WIsh I could upvote this 1000 times more. I love seeing such works that challenge my imagination and mess with standard perspectives. Thank you so much for sharing!
Kenny Kulbiski 6 years ago
Enjoyed these! A few of them made me kinda uneasy which is probably a good thing.
irenetheavocado 6 years ago
WIsh I could upvote this 1000 times more. I love seeing such works that challenge my imagination and mess with standard perspectives. Thank you so much for sharing!
Kenny Kulbiski 6 years ago
Enjoyed these! A few of them made me kinda uneasy which is probably a good thing.
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