Name: Impossible photography
Uploaded: 2012-02-10T16:01:27Z
Duration: 6 min 4 s
Description: Erik Johansson creates realistic photos of impossible scenes -- capturing ideas, not moments. In this witty how-to, the Photoshop wizard describes the principles he uses to make these fantastical scenarios come to life, while keeping them visually plausible.

Erik Johansson creates realistic photos of impossible scenes -- capturing ideas, not moments. In this witty how-to, the Photoshop wizard describes the principles he uses to make these fantastical scenarios come to life, while keeping them visually plausible.

Impossible photography

Photorealistic scenes can be constructed from hundreds of images, creating places that feel real but cannot exist. By starting with an idea instead of a single moment, artists can craft visual puzzles that challenge viewers to question what is possible. A meticulously planned process, from sketch to final composite, ensures every element—light, perspective, and texture—serves the illusion. Ultimately, the only limit to creating these realities is imagination.