"DREAMCOAT" - This is not and animation! The pattern makes use of an amazing illusion of motion known as Peripheral Drift, (1). The effect is due to the juxtaposition of contrasting colors or tonal values. Here is another good explanation of the effect.

© Kaia Nao

 

 

 

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