There are some pictures that don’t make sense because you’re not paying attention, and then there are the trickier pictures that make less sense the more you look at them. Did you follow that? I’m (not) sorry to say that this post is only going to get more confusing as you go.
1. Yes this picture is taken at the bar, but nope, those aren’t barstools
Those are drinks that just happen to be lined up perfectly against the edge of the bar. Between that perfect timing and all the shadows, it totally confuses my eyes.
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And no, I didn’t clue in at first at all.
I had to consult the comments section and do a lot of squinting — more than I care to admit to, really. Who comes up with such a trick, and why do they torture us so? But also, can I have one of those drinks?
2. This person isn’t perched perfectly on the edge of a bench
Nope, they just have a pretty strong core and have turned the camera sideways while hanging out at the local swimming pool. A classic illusion really, but one that always gets me.
3. They don’t have a handle growing out if their head, they just happen to have the exact same color of hair as the bristles
Like, an exact match. I’m not entirely convinced that the paint brush isn’t made out of her hair.
4. I’m not going to file this one totally under “normal,” but it would certainly get a second glance in passing
Perhaps the most bizarre head tattoo I’ve ever seen. I’m mostly just curious as to how they decided on all the random curls.
5. These cookies look perfectly normal and pretty delicious
Until you realize that one is facing the wrong way, and suddenly they don’t look yummy, they look infuriating. I’d still eat them though.
6. This woman doesn’t seem normal at all, but she really is, trust me
And once you realize she’s just holding a vase, you can’t really unsee that she’s holding a vase.
7. This person is perfectly okay
Okay, so it’s not totally normal to be hanging on for dear life, but they made it look convincing enough. I mostly just questioned why they were so attached to their bike in this scary moment.
8. This is not a scenic landscape photo of a peaceful lake through some trees
Nope, it’s a fence. A plain old fence that has seriously tricked my tired little eyes.
I’ve been staring at this picture for quite some time, and I’m confused as to how anyone could think it’s anything other than a lake
And I would never have thought it was an illusion until it was pointed out.
9. This formal take at being possessed is thankfully just some makeup skills
It is, admittedly, not the best angle for anyone involved. But crisis averted, this girl does not need any religious intervention.
10. It looks like these two roads just kind of, well, end
Which is strange in itself. But then you look a little closer and the two roads are actually one road that goes underwater, because science? Sure.
11. This wedding party doesn’t happen to have exclusively tiny bridesmaids
Although that would be wonderful. It’s actually just the pose this wedding party decided to do. Questionable? Maybe a little.
12. It would be an interesting decorating choice if this was actually lime green concrete
But this is actually just a very large, and very still, pool of water covered in algae. Quite cool to look at, but I would not want to go near it.
13. I mean, if you didn’t know the “before” version existed, then it looks pretty good still? Kinda?
Maybe? I’m just trying to be comforting because this must have sucked, and probably resulted in a lot of tears.
But what can you do?
Besides utter every swear word you know and curse yourself. If it were me, I would totally just say it was on purpose. Because art.
14. This woman isn’t actually having a stare-down with you as you try to mind your own business
While that would be incredibly awkward, it’s actually just a lifelike magazine ad.
I am very much the person who would aggressively stare right back until I realized
And this is why I should probably start wearing my glasses more while in public.
15. Peaceful nativity scene it is not
Still don’t get the hint? He may be my fave of the group, and it takes a thorough scan of the crowd to see why. I mean, Yoda is wise.
16. You’re distracted by the cute couple pic going down in a tropical paradise
And then you realize there’s a large pig casually swimming on by, enjoying its own little vacay.
17. The cutest little iPhone that you ever did see
Oh no, wait. The iPhone isn’t actually being dwarfed by those playing cards. It’s actually on the floor, not the glass table.
18. It looks like a really yummy sandwich
Until you realize that the yummy sandwich is actually supposed to be a Big Mac. Do you have a lot of questions? Because you bet I do.
19. A quick mid-shopping mirror selfie to show off finding that perfect dress
We all do this. But then you realize that she’s not the only one who’s thinking that it’s a perfect dress.
20. This girl is just slaying in some cute heels
Until you zoom on in and realize she’s dangerously close to getting herself into quite a tricky situation. All in the name of fashion, or something.
21. This poor man picked an unfortunate spot on the beach to take a seat
Sitting with your shirt off beside a woman in a bathing suit can make you look naked. Noted.
22. What looks like an adorable embrace is actually just someone trying to catch some Z’s
Not as adorable, but just as comforting.
23. Never has a bag made me question whether or not it was a living animal
Is it a bag posing as a cat or a cat posing as a bag? One will never know.
24. A bus that defies all odds and makes me question if it’s truly safe
It makes me both confused as to where it ends and scared of heights.
25. This bird has mad selfie skills that would make Tyra proud
Just look at that angle! And the smize! This bird knows how to workkkkkk it!
26. How I wish that this was an extra long doggo, because that would surely mean extra long…huggos? Had to say it
And there’s nothing better than that.
27. Thankfully, this house isn’t on fire and everything is completely fine
Save for the giant , terrifying-looking storm that’s rolling in and is sure to cause some chaos.
28. It looks like a cozy office hug with some very stylish shoe choices
Honestly, their heads are so tangled up that it’s hard for me to even explain what’s going on, so I won’t.
