When you first look at the peaceful nature scene, it seems like just another landscape of rocks and trees. But when you look more closely, a woman who is disguised comes out from the background. Can you find her?
The woman’s ability to fit in with her surroundings shows how powerful optical illusions can be. It’s hard to find hidden figures because our brains are set up to recognize known shapes. The woman’s colors and textures are perfectly matched to her settings, making it easy to forget that she is there.
Some people may see the woman right away because they are very careful or have done a lot of optical puzzles. Being calm and focused can also help, because being in a hurry can make you miss her shape. For those who need help, look at the places where light and shadow meet. The woman’s shape is cleverly hidden by the rocks and trees, making her fit in with the background.
The same tricks that animals use to hide from attackers are used in this optical illusion. Camouflage has always interested artists, who use it to make puzzles that make us think about what we see. As we look at this peaceful scene, we are reminded of how visual illusions can both trick and please us. Can you find the woman who is hidden? Look more closely and see if you can find her cleverly hidden shape.