Capturing a picturesque scene through reflective materials, such as glass, often results in an unintended superimposition—showing both the transmitted scene and the undesired reflected scene. While ...

Mirrors are more than just objects that translate your features in the Exploratorium’s new exhibition “Reflections.” They are also works of art that can make you pause, feel unexpected sorrow and ...

The metamir, or metaphysical mirror, doesn’t obey the laws of optics but reproduces your image as seen by the person who stands before you. (Representational image: Quino Al via Unsplash) 'Art must ...