Photographers have many tricks up their sleeves, and they use them to create amazing images that are hard to believe were captured in reality and not photoshopped. They can stop time and freeze moments in their place, but they also have the ability to control the viewer’s perspective. By changing a small angle and bu using precise positioning, you can turn different images into surprising and surreal works, without any added special effects. Here are 19 pictures in which photographers used different tricks to turn them into things you’ll never see in reality.
"Look at that dog, he's walking on the wall!"

A man sitting on a cliff? Think again...

Sitting on the water underwater?

A headstand on grass makes for a grassy head

He found himself in a deep pit...

The man in the mirror reaches out

Look at the world from above

Crawling in a low pass, or trying to climb a wall in a narrow alley?
Why isn’t this sand falling downward like it should be?

Even decades ago photographers experimented with such illusions

Atlas holds the world

When shooting synchronized swimming underwater

This creative picture can also be called "the scream"

The whole world is a very narrow bridge

When sitting on a bench like this, the view looks completely different

A slightly different look at the Great Wall

When you know how to set up a camera, anyone can be a strong man
The escalator is only giving Superman a small push


Spectacular 3D Drawings That Look Just Like Real Objects
These are some of the most realistic looking 3D drawings we've ever seen, we can't believe these objects aren't real!
These Men Will Go Down in History As Legendary Super-Dads!
When these dads got into the parenting gig, they decided early on that every day must be a hilarious adventure.
Taking the Subway? Youโll Probably Spot These Weird Masks!
Weโre used to seeing strange people on the subway so it shouldnโt be unexpected that they would wear odd masks, too, just like these!
See the Wonder in the World Through Incredible Photographs
These are some beautiful creations, buildings, and concepts made by people that are both new and old but all absolutely fascinating.
Travel All Over the World With Gorgeous & Creative Designs
In different places across the world, people put their creativity to the test and design beautiful and innovative structures like these.
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These Massive Sand Artworks Only Exist for a Few Hours
Most artists strive to preserve their artworks for centuries. Andres Amador's sand art, on the other hand, only exists for a few hours until the tide engulfs them...
16 Vintage Photos That Bring the Victorian Age to Life
These 16 images take us back to that complex Victorian period.
16 Historical Pictures Thatโll Bring Back Memoriesโฆ
"It is a mistake to think that the past is dead," said Will Durant, and these 16 pictures prove him right...
These Hilarious Pics Prove That Mankind is Probably Doomed
There's more evidence of mankind being doomed than the alarmist media reports on your TV! Take a look at these 20 hilarious photos.
These Are Literally "Blink and You'll Miss It" Photos
Some photos are just timed so perfectly! They're an absolute joy to behold. Here are 18 awesome "Blink and You'll Miss It" pictures.
10 Famous Historical Photos That Were Actually Staged
The truths behind these famous historical photos will surprise you.
These Crazy Statues Will Really Mess with Your Head...
Check out these 15 bombastic sculptures that simply appear to defy the laws of physics. Take a look for yourself!
Gallery โ The 2024 Infrared Photography Contest Winners
Marvel at the stunning winners of the 2024 Infrared Photography Contest.
View the Stunning & Varied Architecture of the Netherlands
A German photographer has always been fascinated by the modern architecture of the Netherlands, and this is what happened when he went to capture it.
Look Up! Take a Look at Stunning Panoramic Church Ceilings
These unique photos of the interior of beautiful churches is something I won't soon forget.
The World Looks So Unique in These Stunning Macro Photos
Take an extreme close up view of unusual things in this amazing collection of macro photographs.
14 Famous Things Invented by the Japanese
The Japanese are some of the most creative people in the world. Here are 14 things that we bet you didnโt know were originally invented by the Japanese.
Butterflies and Silkmoths Have Never Looked This Good!
Adam Gor is a Hungary-based biology student who has a love for macro nature photography. Take a look at some of his stunning work here.
27 Beautiful Photos of Green Nature to Relax and Amaze You
The color green has the power to calm the mind and de-stress. Here are 27 award-winning images that showcase the beauty of green nature worldwide
Feast Your Eyes on 10 of the World's Most Amazing Palaces
From Asia to Europe, here are 10 majestic palaces that will captive you with their architectural styles.
Paper Cutouts Turn the World Into Small Scale Scenes
15 paper cutouts on world-famous monuments.
You Won't See These Rare Sights Twice in Your Lifetime!
Here are 20 rare and unbelievableย sights that you certainly won't end up seeing twice in you lifetime!
11 Facts That Will Change How You Think About Pirates
The National Maritime Museum's latest exhibition sheds new light on the reality of pirates throughout history.
17 Unusual Christmas Trees from Around the World
This festive season, get inspired by these creative DIY Christmas trees.
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Dialect Coach Checks If Star Actors Can Shed Their Accents
How hard is it for actors to fake an accent in a specific role? Language coach Erik Singer explains this on 32 examples from famous films.
I Can't Believe the USA Looked So Different in the Fifties
Here are 20 rare photos from the golden age of the USA - the 1950s!
What Are the Odds? These Pics Capture Life's Freaky Flukes
Check out these remarkable photos of unbelievably rare coincidences.
12 Award-Winning Designs That Redefine Innovation
Check out the innovative award-winning entries from the European Product Design Award.
Gallery: 2024 Northern Lights Photographer of the Year
Check out the jaw-dropping photos of 2024 Northern Lights Photographer of the Year.
In Pictures โ World Sports Photography Awards 2025 Winners
Check out the outstanding winning images from the World Sports Photography Awards 2025 contest.
These Images Will Make You Look Twice...
These cool accidental optical illusions caught in camera will have you look twice!
These Award Winning Photos are Truly Breathtaking!
590,000 submissions were made from more than 88,000 photographers in over 150 countries. Here are 15 of our favorite images:
Frank Gehry Created Some Incredible Buildings...
Frank Gehry has a unique eye when it comes to designing buildings. Take a look at some of his finest work.
INTERACTIVE: These Buildings Become Gorgeous at Night...
These structures aren't just beautifully designed - come nightfall, they take on a stunning transformation.
These Extremely Rare Photos Will Teach You Something New
Prepare to see history in a whole new light through these fascinating snapshots.
15 Mall Photos That Capture the Retro Shopping Scene
These throwback mall pics are a blast from the past.
Take a Look at These Photographs & Walk Back in Time...
It's amazing to see photographs from archives because it's like taking a walk back in time. This collection is no exception. Take a look.
20 Unforgettable Indian Wildlife Photos Worth Seeing
Admire the rich diversity of wildlife in India in 20 supreme photos of mammals and birds native to different regions of the country
What Major Cities Looked Like 100 Years Ago...
Did you ever consider how much the world's major cities have changed over the past 100 years? Take a look at 22 photos of major cities roughly 100 years ago.
Dogs Make Wedding Photos a Hundred Times Cuter!
When dogs participate in wedding and engagement photos, incredibly cute and funny photos are guaranteed!
These Multi-Billion Dollar Products Are Shameless Rip-Offs
Some of the most famous inventors of all time, some credited with inventing products such as the lightbulb, merely stole their ideas from other people...
These National Geographic Photos All Won Awards
These beautiful photos are all winners and runner ups of National geographic's travelers' photography competition.
These Historical Building Restorations Only Did More Harm
The restoration projects of these historical buildings didn't go according to plan, it seems, and these 12 buildings were transformed beyond belief...
Milestones in History: the 12 First Photographs Ever Taken
The history of photography reaches back centuries, and its evolution is made apparent if we look at some of the most iconic photos in history
These Amazing Nature Photographs Will Leave You in Awe!
The winners from Nat Geo's 2017 Photography Competition have been announced and they will amaze you!
10 of the Most Beautiful Buildings from Around the World
Like sculptures and paintings, buildings, as youโre about to see, can also be wonderful pieces of art. Check out these stunning architectural masterpieces from all over the world. These will undoubtedly amaze you.
17 Jaw-Dropping Secret Rooms and Compartments
You would have never known that these hidden rooms and compartments were there!
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