The Checkerboard (Bridget Riley)

"The Checkerboard" by Bridget Riley is an example of Op Art, which uses visual techniques to create illusions of movement and depth. The artwork features a grid of black and white squares arranged precisely to produce a vibrating, dynamic effect. As viewers look at it, the contrasting patterns seem to shift and shimmer, making the flat surface appear lively and three-dimensional. Riley’s use of geometric precision and high contrast plays with the eye's perception, engaging viewers to experience motion and space in a static image. It’s a compelling exploration of how pattern and color can alter visual experience.