Trompe L’oeil
Literally means “to fool the eye.” Paintings are rendered so well as to emulate realistic objects and or scenes in both likely and unlikely places in order to give the illusion of reality.
Great space enhancing Ideas
Windows with vistas can be painted virtually anywhere to create intrigue and illusion.
Niches can be painted to feature prized items or special themes.
Potted Vines can be painted to embellish unusable corners.
My Favorite
This is the artists favorite use of her skills and she strives to study each element to create such illusion that has tricked many guests. One often finds them touching the painted surface, stepping back, and laughing.