Human Magic Carpets

Li Wei's 'Beyond Gravity' Will Make You Want to Fly

'Beyond Gravity' is a series of photos from artist Li Wei that are sure to inspire mystery and wonder. Li Wei is known for his impossible looking photography, having previously photographed people falling out of buildings and on top of lampposts.

Li Wei turns himself into a human-powered magic carpet in 'Beyond Gravity.' I still find myself questioning how this artist manages to make these photos without the aid of computer manipulation. See if you can solve the mystery yourself by clicking through the gallery above.

Impossible Photography
Opportunities to disrupt traditional photography by creating seemingly impossible scenes through creative use of angles and props.
Optical Illusion Art
Potential for new forms of art that showcase optical illusions and encourage viewers to question what's possible.
Physical Manipulation
Innovation opportunities in physically manipulating scenes and objects to create unique and otherworldly imagery.

Sectors Adopting This

Photography
Opportunities to offer photography services that specialize in impossible-looking scenes for unique and imaginative results.
Fine Art
Potential to disrupt traditional fine art by introducing optical illusions and physically manipulated scenes in gallery exhibitions.
Marketing and Advertising
Innovation opportunities for brands to create visually captivating ads using optical illusions and physically manipulated scenes.
SCORE
5.1 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 75%
Activity 70%
Freshness 8%

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