The artwork I present to you is a fascinating piece that showcases the interplay between light and colour and our perception of each. At first glance, Ball of Confusion features a scene with a horizontally striped ball and a horizontally striped background. The colours used in both the ball and the background are black and white with green and magenta offsets, which creates a sense of disorientation for the viewer. However, there’s more to it than meets the eye. A secret is hidden within the colours of the image. Something that can only be seen through a prism.

The use of contrasting colours in the artwork is both intentional and captivating. The stark contrast between black and white creates a bold statement, while the use of green and magenta offsets adds an unexpected and intriguing element to the piece. The horizontal stripes provide a sense of motion and direction to the piece, drawing the viewer’s eye across the artwork.

Using the title as a guide to to achieve the correct focal point, a hidden surprise will be revealed. As the light from the artwork refracts in the prisms and the coloured offsets in the ball turn red and cyan while the background turns blue and yellow. As demonstrated in the prism simulation below.

The ball which is now red and cyan in the artwork, is the focal point of the composition. It is a symbol of playfulness and movement, and the horizontal stripes create a sense of rotation and motion that adds to the energy of the piece. The coloured offsets on the ball add a layer of complexity to the artwork, creating a visual tension that adds to the disorientation of the viewer.

However, the true beauty of this artwork is revealed when viewed through a prism. When light passes through the prism, it refracts and creates a stunning display of colours. The coloured offsets in the ball turn from green and magenta to red and cyan, while the background turns from black and white with green and magenta offsets to blue and yellow. This transformation of colours is a result of the interference caused by the refracted light waves.

Take notice of the top of the ball, you will see some green and magenta which is a result of the light interference between the colours in edge of the ball and the background.

The effect of light refraction on the artwork is mesmerizing and adds a layer of depth to the piece. The colours interact with each other, and the disorientation caused by the green and magenta offsets is replaced with a new and exciting colour palette. This transformation of colours is not only visually stunning but also educational, as it showcases the scientific phenomenon of light refraction in a unique and captivating way.

In conclusion, this artwork is a stunning representation of the interplay between art and science. It takes advantage of the magical properties of light refraction to create a visually stunning display of colours. The horizontally striped ball and background add a sense of motion and direction to the piece, while the coloured offsets create a visual tension that adds to the overall disorientation of the artwork. The surprise revealed when viewed through a prism is both unexpected and captivating, showcasing the scientific phenomenon of light refraction in a visually stunning way. It is an artwork that must be experienced in person to fully appreciate its beauty and complexity.