Optical Illusion Art for Beginners
Optical art is one of the most interesting drawings to make and look at. You get a really cool optical illusion, and they’re surprisingly easy to draw.
Op art has been around since the 1950’s, and has been evolving since then. These types of drawings are so much fun to make, and see how the illusion takes place. It’s no wonder they are our favorite art tutorials.
Here are 7 of our most popular op art projects.
Optical Art Tubes
There’s a lot of variation possible with this op art tubes drawing. Sometimes called tunnels or worm tunnels.
They are really easy to draw, and you can vary your results just by making a couple of changes.
There is no limit to your color options, and you can make your drawing flow in different directions.
Patriotic Op Art
Draw an op art American flag that tricks your eye when looking at it. Learn step by step how to draw this amazing optical illusion.
This is similar to our op art bullseye lesson, but with a patriotic twist. If you find this tutorial too difficult, try the op art bullseye lesson first.
Op Art Stars
Learn how to draw an optical art star that appears to be floating on the paper.
Optical art stars are great for beginners or younger students. They are easy to make, and the process can be duplicated for just about any shape.
Op Art American Flag
Learn to draw a flag that appears to be waving by following the steps in the op art American flag lesson.
This step by step art tutorial is easy to follow and is perfect for beginners.
Op Art Bullseye
Our most popular optical art lesson is the op art bullseye. There is a lot you can do with this illusion.
Change the look of your illusion by moving the focal point. Or try different color schemes.
Experiment with it and have some fun.
Op Art Hand
This is a really easy project that can be done with large groups of students. You’ll create a drawing of your hand that looks like it’s popping off the paper.
Op art hands are great for both younger and older artists.
3D Stairs
Learn how to draw a 3D stairs optical illusion that looks like your staircase is actually going into your paper.
Just follow the steps in the art tutorial to draw your own optical illusion stairs.
Be sure to check out some, or all, of our op art drawing projects. If you have any questions or need some help, feel free to contact us.
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See you soon and happy creating!
