Art and the Art of Illusion: 1. Beginning With Form

"Art and the Art of Illusion" is a journey into the heart of artistic creation, where the boundaries between reality and illusion are not just blurred but actively explored. As a practicing artist, I’ll take you behind the scenes to uncover how techniques—ranging from traditional image-making to contemporary approaches are used to manipulate the viewer's perception and challenge their understanding of what they’re seeing. Each episode invites you into the studio to experiment with visual deceptions, dissect the role of perspective, and examine how illusion shapes our emotional and intellectual responses to art. This series isn’t just about what’s seen, but about what’s felt—how art can make the impossible appear real, and how illusion can be a tool for deeper expression.