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- Coloring Page #1163 - Hypnotic Spirals (black & white Mandala)
Watch out—this coloring page isn't like the others: it moves... inside your head! As you look at these spirals, you might feel like they're pulsing, drifting toward the center, or slowly expanding outward. That's normal—it's called a visual illusion, created entirely through lines. At first glance, it looks like a simple black-and-white pattern. But the more you stare at it, the more your eyes start to wander, drawn into the flow of curves that ripple and twist across the page. This design is inspired by « Op Art », a visual art movement explored by artists like « Victor Vasarely », who used geometric forms and optical illusions to create hypnotic, vibrating, sometimes trompe-l'œil effects. Here, there's no need to draw objects or characters—you're entering a world where lines alone create movement, depth, and even a strange sense of volume. And as you color it in, you may notice something unexpected: the deeper you go, the calmer and more focused you feel. It's almost like a kind of meditation... with colored pencils.
To bring this illusion to life, you can alternate bold contrasts like licorice black, pure white, poppy red, or lemon yellow, or explore softer gradients like icy blue, lavender violet, or mint green for a gentler rhythm. You might color every other line in warm shades like mandarin, coral, or raspberry, then shift to cool tones like turquoise, midnight blue, or emerald. If you want to intensify the optical illusion, you can darken the lines as you move toward the center, enhancing the sense of depth. Most importantly, let your imagination lead the way... and try not to stare too long at the center—unless you enjoy feeling a little dizzy.
This coloring page has no beginning or end, no right or wrong direction. It's a visual adventure to explore, a wave to ride, and the perfect challenge for your eyes... without completely spinning your head (well, maybe just a little).

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