Step into the mind-bending world of optical illusions, where nothing is quite what it seems! Participants will explore how light, color, and geometry can trick the brain into seeing the impossible. From spinning wheels and shifting patterns to 3D drawings that pop off the page, you’ll experiment with classic illusions and design your own to test on friends and family.

Discover the fascinating science behind how our eyes and brains interpret visual information—and how artists and designers use these tricks to create stunning effects. Perfect for curious creators of all ages, this workshop is full of visual surprises, interactive challenges, and brain-boosting fun! Spaces are limited. Sign up in person with Fab Lab El Paso staff starting at 12:30pm.

Fab Lab El Paso is an award-winning 501(c)(3) tech and education nonprofit makerspace, and STEAM Lab. As the first Fab Lab in western Texas, our grassroots organization is dedicated to democratizing access to digital fabrication tools, empowering our community with digital knowledge, and promoting equity and innovation within the tech economy.