Behind the Scenes

The Creative Process

Watch Hal Trager create his hand-drawn optical illusions.

An Optical Dream
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An Optical Dream

Watch the creation of "An Optical Dream" - a mesmerizing piece featuring intricate geometric patterns.

An Optical DreamOctober 2021
Gold Fish
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Gold Fish

The making of "Gold Fish" - organic forms meeting geometric precision.

Gold FishOctober 2021
Pollination
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Pollination

See how "Pollination" comes to life through careful pen strokes and ink work.

PollinationOctober 2021
Fossil
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Fossil

The intricate process behind "Fossil" - layers of geometric complexity.

FossilOctober 2021
Quatro Telas
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Quatro Telas

Creating "Quatro Telas" - four canvases, one vision of optical harmony.

Quatro TelasOctober 2021
Vertigo
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Vertigo

Watch the mesmerizing creation of "Vertigo" - where patterns create depth.

VertigoOctober 2021
Studio Session I
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Studio Session I

A time-lapse view into the artist's studio practice.

Studio PracticeNovember 2021
Studio Session II
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Studio Session II

Another glimpse into the meditative process of creating optical art.

Studio PracticeNovember 2021