From colour choice to shape, logos are designed to be both eye-catching and instantly recognisable. Most of the time, the simpler a logo is the better – and the iconic MLB is a great example of less is more. However, eagle-eyed baseball fans are noticing a hidden optical illusion that is a stroke of genius.
If you look closely, you'll notice that although the baseball player is mid-swing you can't actually tell whether he is stood facing the viewer or if his back is turned – and this is entirely intentional. (Feeling inspired? Why not check out our guide on how to design a logo.)
The MLB logo features a subtle yet genius optical illusion
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